Yongning, Ningxia, China — A magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck northwestern China on Thursday night, the U.S. Geological Survey reports.

What happened: The quake hit about 11 miles north-northwest of Yongning in the Ningxia region, striking at a shallow depth of about 6 miles. It struck Thursday, October 22, at 9:17 PM CT.

Impacts: Shallow earthquakes like this one are typically felt more strongly near the epicenter. No tsunami was generated, and the USGS has not issued an alert level for this event.

What to do:

- If you feel shaking, drop to the ground, take cover under a sturdy table or desk, and hold on until the shaking stops.

- After the shaking, check for hazards such as broken glass, damaged utilities, or cracked walls before moving around.

- Be ready for aftershocks, which often follow in the hours and days after a quake.

Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), October 22, 2026.