M4.7 Earthquake 74 km N of Yongning, China — April 29, 2026
2026-04-29 19:11:11 UTC (2026-04-29) · approx. 2:11 AM UTC+7 local
On April 29, 2026 at 19:11 UTC, a magnitude 4.7 shallow crustal earthquake struck 74 km N of Yongning, China, at a depth of 10.0 km and coordinates 28.4911°, 100.8041°. This earthquake was detected by 118 seismic stations with excellent location accuracy and was assigned a USGS significance rating of 340, placing it among routine seismic activity.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 4.7 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 169 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 1.1 km — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
Earthquake Details
100.8041°E
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Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 4.7 earthquake near Yongning, China?
The magnitude 4.7 earthquake that struck 74 km N of Yongning, China on April 29, 2026 at 19:11 UTC had a depth of 10.0 km. For context, this was a light earthquake commonly felt near the epicenter.
Where did the earthquake occur?
The earthquake epicenter was located at 28.4911°, 100.8041°, which is 74 km N of Yongning, China.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 4.7 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: us7000sh46). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2026, April 29, 2026). M4.7 Earthquake 74 km N of Yongning, China — April 29, 2026. Retrieved May 21, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us7000sh46/