M4.5 Earthquake 46 km ENE of Mawlaik, Burma (Myanmar) — May 26, 2026
2026-05-26 14:07:51 UTC (3 hours ago) · approx. 8:07 PM UTC+6 local
On May 26, 2026 at 14:07 UTC, a magnitude 4.5 intermediate depth earthquake struck 46 km ENE of Mawlaik, Burma (Myanmar), at a depth of 112.8 km and coordinates 23.7982°, 94.8304°. This earthquake was detected by 36 seismic stations with excellent location accuracy and was assigned a USGS significance rating of 312, placing it among routine seismic activity.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 4.5 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 85 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 767 m — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
Earthquake Details
94.8304°E
Technical Information
Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 4.5 earthquake near Mawlaik, Burma (Myanmar)?
The magnitude 4.5 earthquake that struck 46 km ENE of Mawlaik, Burma (Myanmar) on May 26, 2026 at 14:07 UTC had a depth of 112.8 km. For context, this was a light earthquake commonly felt near the epicenter.
Where did the earthquake occur?
The earthquake epicenter was located at 23.7982°, 94.8304°, which is 46 km ENE of Mawlaik, Burma (Myanmar).
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 4.5 earthquakes can continue for several days and gradually diminish over time.
What should I do after an earthquake?
If you were in the affected area: check yourself and others for injuries, inspect your home for damage, and be prepared for aftershocks. For detailed guidance, see our earthquake safety guide and emergency planning resources.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: us6000t08d). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2026, May 26, 2026). M4.5 Earthquake 46 km ENE of Mawlaik, Burma (Myanmar) — May 26, 2026. Retrieved May 26, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us6000t08d/