Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.4 earthquake 9 km WNW of Āwash, Ethiopia
A magnitude 4.4 earthquake struck 9 km WNW of Āwash, Ethiopia at Sep 16, 2026, 12:33 UTC, at a depth of 10 km. The epicentre was 9 km (5 mi) WNW of Awash. 1 people reported feeling it to USGS.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.4 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Sep 16, 2026, 12:33 UTC |
| Depth | 10.0 km |
| Coordinates | 9.015, 40.091 |
| Felt reports | 1 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
01 — Nearby
Nearest cities
02 — Around it
Other earthquakes within 100 km
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.3 | 18 km NNE of Metahāra, Ethiopia | 13 km / 8 mi | depth 10 km | |
| 4.6 | 14 km NNE of Metahāra, Ethiopia | 13 km / 8 mi | depth 10 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.