Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.6 earthquake 9 km ESE of Vama Buzăului, Romania
A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck 9 km ESE of Vama Buzăului, Romania at Aug 11, 2026, 17:21 UTC, at a depth of 140 km. The epicentre was 31 km (19 mi) E of Sacele. 3 people reported feeling it to USGS.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.6 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Aug 11, 2026, 17:21 UTC |
| Depth | 139.9 km |
| Coordinates | 45.572, 26.104 |
| Felt reports | 3 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
02 — Around it
Other earthquakes within 100 km
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.5 | 2 km W of Lunca Jariștei, Romania | 13 km / 8 mi | depth 125 km | |
| 4.3 | 13 km N of Gura Teghii, Romania | 26 km / 16 mi | depth 149 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.