Preliminary earthquake data and analysis
| Event ID | 1361196 |
|---|---|
| Event time | 2025-05-04 18:11:37 (UTC) |
| Local time | 2025-05-04 15:11:37 - [It was afternoon in the affected area.] |
| Last update | 2025-05-04 18:32:39 (UTC) |
| Magnitude | 4.5 |
| Depth | 10 km |
| Class | Light |
| Hypocenter | Shallow depth |
| Mercalli scale | 4 |
| Possible effects | Most people indoors feel movement. Hanging objects swing. Dishes, windows, and doors rattle. The earthquake feels like a heavy truck hitting the walls. A few people outdoors may feel movement. Parked cars rock. |
| Data status | reviewed |
| Data provider | USGS |
| Continent | Africa |
|---|---|
| Country | Uganda |
| Administration area | |
| Nearest settlement | Kihihi |
| Distance | 15 km |
| Course | NW |
| Surface type | underground quake |