Update: Sept. 16 – 5.0 magnitude earthquake recorded close to Dunhuang, China

Published Oct 8, 2026

A 5.0 magnitude quake occurred near Dunhuang around midday Wednesday, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

A tremor shook the area at 05:52 UTC (13:52 local time). The earthquake’s epicenter was roughly 279 km south-southeast of Dunhuang and occurred at a depth of 10 km.

Did you feel it?

Those who noticed the quake are encouraged to report it via the USGS Felt Report form.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey