M 4.4 Light Earthquake Strikes Near Mohr, Iran
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A magnitude 4.4 light earthquake occurred 23 km west-southwest of Mohr, Iran, on February 14, 2026. The shallow quake was recorded at a depth of 10 kilometers.
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This notice was issued by USGS on April 6, 2026 and geographically references Southern Iran. Its severity classification of "medium" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Earthquakes - determines the monitoring protocol behind it, which shapes what follow-up action (checking for structural damage, watching for aftershocks, reviewing local building codes) is relevant and which agency holds authority over the assessment.
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What Happened
A light earthquake with a magnitude of 4.4 mb was recorded near Mohr, Iran. The seismic event occurred on February 14, 2026, at 19:44:34 UTC. The earthquake has been reviewed by seismologists at the USGS.
Location Details
The epicenter was located at coordinates 27.4411°N and 52.6862°E, approximately 23 kilometers west-southwest of Mohr, Iran. The earthquake originated at a depth of 10 kilometers. This is classified as a shallow earthquake; shallow events (those occurring less than 20km below the surface) are often felt more strongly than deeper quakes of the same magnitude.
Impact Assessment
According to the USGS data, there was no tsunami advisory issued in connection with this event. At the time of reporting, there were no felt reports submitted to the USGS, and no specific alert level color (PAGER) was assigned to the event.
What You Should Know
Earthquakes with a magnitude between 4.0 and 4.9 are classified as "light." These events typically cause noticeable shaking and may result in light damage to buildings, though significant structural failure is uncommon. Residents in the vicinity should be aware of the possibility of aftershocks, which are smaller tremors that follow the main earthquake. In the event of further shaking, safety experts recommend that you drop, cover, and hold on.
Source
Data provided by the USGS Earthquake Hazards Program.
Original source: USGS Official Notice ↗
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