Moderate M 5.0 Earthquake Strikes 118 km North of Aksu, China
A magnitude 5.0 earthquake occurred north of Aksu, China, on February 25, 2026. The shallow event was recorded at a depth of 10 kilometers.
What Happened
A moderate magnitude 5.0 (mb) earthquake was recorded 118 km north of Aksu, China. The seismic event occurred on February 25, 2026, at 09:09:14 UTC. According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), the earthquake originated at a shallow depth of 10 kilometers.
Location Details
The epicenter was located at coordinates 42.2356°N and 80.4951°E, approximately 118 kilometers north of the city of Aksu. The depth of 10 kilometers is categorized as shallow; shallow earthquakes (less than 20 km) often result in more intense shaking at the surface compared to deeper seismic events.
Impact Assessment
There are currently no felt reports recorded for this event in the USGS database. No tsunami advisory, watch, or warning has been issued. The USGS has not assigned a specific alert level color for this earthquake, and the event is currently marked as reviewed.
What You Should Know
Earthquakes with a magnitude of 5.0 are considered “moderate” on the Richter scale. While they are common geological occurrences, they can cause damage to poorly constructed buildings in the immediate vicinity. Residents should be prepared for the possibility of aftershocks, which are common following an event of this size.
Source
Data provided by the USGS.
Source: USGS Official Notice