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Second Earthquake in Two Days: 4.2 magnitude tremor strikes Myanmar at 90 km depth
Earthquake in Myanmar: A 4.2 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar on Sunday, April 26. The epicentre was at a depth of 90 kilometres, according to a statement from the National Centre for Seismology (NCS). This is the second quake in the last two days.
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In a post on X, the NCS said, "EQ of M: 4.2, On: 26/04/2026 02:57:21 IST, Lat: 24.113 N, Long: 94.550 E, Depth: 90 Km, Location: Myanmar." Image: Pixabay
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Updated: Sun, Apr 26, 2026
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Earthquake in Myanmar: A 4.2 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar on Sunday, April 26. The epicentre was at a depth of 90 kilometres, according to a statement from the National Centre for Seismology (NCS). This is the second quake in the last two days.
Second Earthquake in Two Days Raises Concerns Over Increasing Seismic Activity in Myanmar
In a post on social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter), the NCS said, "EQ of M: 4.2, On: 26/04/2026 02:57:21 IST, Lat: 24.113 N, Long: 94.550 E, Depth: 90 Km, Location: Myanmar."
EQ of M: 4.2, On: 26/04/2026 02:57:21 IST, Lat: 24.113 N, Long: 94.550 E, Depth: 90 Km, Location: Myanmar.
For more information Download the BhooKamp App https://t.co/5gCOtjdtw0 @DrJitendraSingh @OfficeOfDrJS @Ravi_MoES @GSuresh_NCS @ndmaindia pic.twitter.com/UZP3iOGQPyTRENDING NOW
— National Center for Seismology (@NCS_Earthquake) April 25, 2026
Official Data Details Exact Time, Location and Depth of the Latest Earthquake
On Saturday, April 25, another earthquake of magnitude 4.8 struck the region, with a depth of 95 kilometres. "Earthquake Magnitude: 4.8, Date: 25/04/2026 20:45:11 IST, Latitude: 21.219 North, Longitude: 94.652 East, Depth: 95 km, Location: Myanmar," NCS said in a post on X.
EQ of M: 4.8, On: 25/04/2026 20:45:11 IST, Lat: 21.219 N, Long: 94.652 E, Depth: 95 Km, Location: Myanmar.
For more information Download the BhooKamp App https://t.co/5gCOtjdtw0 @DrJitendraSingh @OfficeOfDrJS @Ravi_MoES @GSuresh_NCS @ndmaindia pic.twitter.com/5YaeNZMbbe— National Center for Seismology (@NCS_Earthquake) April 25, 2026
Back-to-Back Tremors Highlight Pattern of Repeated Seismic Events in the Region
Earthquakes can occur anywhere from the Earth's surface to about 700 kilometres below. For scientific purposes, according to USGS data, earthquake depths from 0 to 700 kilometres are divided into three zones:
- Shallow: Shallow earthquakes are between 0 and 70 km deep
- Medium: Intermediate or medium earthquakes are between 70 - 300 km deep, and
- Deep: Deep earthquakes occur between 300 - 700 km deep
Understanding Earthquake Depth: How Scientists Classify Shallow, Intermediate and Deep Quakes
In general, the term "deep-focus earthquakes" is applied to earthquakes deeper than 70 km, the USGS states.
What Are Deep-Focus Earthquakes and Why Do They Matter in Assessing Seismic Risk
Myanmar, due to its long coastline, is vulnerable to moderate and strong earthquakes and tsunami hazards. It lies between four tectonic plates (the Indian, Eurasian, Sunda, and Burma plates) that interact in active geological processes.
Geological Factors Behind Frequent Earthquakes: Myanmar’s Position Between Four Tectonic Plates
A 1400-km-long transform fault passes through Myanmar, connecting the Andaman Spreading Centre to a collision zone called the Sagaing Fault to the north. The Sagaing Fault increases the seismic risk for Sagaing, Mandalay, Bago and Yangon, which together represent 46 per cent of Myanmar's population.
Sagaing Fault Explained: The Major Seismic Threat Impacting Nearly Half of Myanmar’s Population
Although Yangon is relatively far from seismic fault lines, it still faces significant risks due to its dense population. For example, the 7.0 magnitude earthquake that struck Bago in 1903 also affected Yangon.
Historical Example Shows Even Distant Cities Like Yangon Remain Vulnerable to Strong Quakes
Here are answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) on the subject:
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