Archive · 4 Aug 2025
Myanmar Hit by 4.2 Magnitude Earthquake
An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.2 hit Myanmar.
This quake happened 10 kilometers below the surface.
It was detected at 02:42 AM Indian Standard Time (IST).
Myanmar is in a zone where tectonic plates meet, making it prone to earthquakes.
The Sagaing Fault increases the risk for some cities in Myanmar.
A 4.2 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar.
The earthquake occurred at a depth of 10 kilometers.
The event happened at 02:42 AM Indian Standard Time (IST).
Myanmar is vulnerable to earthquakes due to its location between tectonic plates.
The Sagaing Fault elevates the seismic hazard for several major cities.
- Who
- The earthquake was detected by the NCS.
- What
- A 4.2 magnitude earthquake.
- When
- 02:42 AM Indian Standard Time (IST) on August 4, 2025.
- Where
- Myanmar.
- Why
- Myanmar is located between several tectonic plates.
- Magnitude
- 4.2
- Depth
- 10 kilometers
- Time (IST)
- 02:42 AM
- Location
- Myanmar
- Fault
- Sagaing Fault
