Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.9 earthquake 26 km NE of Meiktila, Burma (Myanmar)
A magnitude 4.9 earthquake struck 26 km NE of Meiktila, Burma (Myanmar) at Jan 15, 2026, 12:12 UTC, at a depth of 10 km. The epicentre was 5 km (3 mi) SSE of Wundwin. 3 people reported feeling it to USGS.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.9 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Jan 15, 2026, 12:12 UTC |
| Depth | 10.0 km |
| Coordinates | 21.052, 96.040 |
| Felt reports | 3 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
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