M5.6 earthquake

269 km SSE of Dunhuang, China

A magnitude 5.6 (moderate) earthquake struck 269 km SSE of Dunhuang, China on August 18, 2026 at 9:36 PM UTC, at a depth of 6 km.

Magnitude

5.6 mww

Depth

6 km

When

August 18, 2026 at 9:36 PM UTC

Coordinates

37.836°, 95.545°

Review status

reviewed

Source: U.S. Geological Survey. Details may be revised as the event is reviewed.