M4.6 Earthquake 24 km NNW of Kazarman, Kyrgyzstan — May 29, 2026
2026-05-29 08:15:11 UTC (10 hours ago) · approx. 1:15 PM UTC+5 local
On May 29, 2026 at 08:15 UTC, a magnitude 4.6 shallow crustal earthquake struck 24 km NNW of Kazarman, Kyrgyzstan, at a depth of 10.0 km and coordinates 41.6125°, 73.9414°. This earthquake was detected by 79 seismic stations with excellent location accuracy and was assigned a USGS significance rating of 326, placing it among routine seismic activity.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 4.6 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 120 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 899 m — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
Earthquake Details
73.9414°E
Technical Information
Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 4.6 earthquake near Kazarman, Kyrgyzstan?
The magnitude 4.6 earthquake that struck 24 km NNW of Kazarman, Kyrgyzstan on May 29, 2026 at 08:15 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 41.6125°, 73.9414°, which is 24 km NNW of Kazarman, Kyrgyzstan.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 4.6 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: us7000sp8f). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2026, May 29, 2026). M4.6 Earthquake 24 km NNW of Kazarman, Kyrgyzstan — May 29, 2026. Retrieved May 29, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us7000sp8f/