M4.1 Depth: 15.6 km

M4.1 Earthquake near TAIWAN (Taiwan)

UTC time: 2025-09-05 06:57:42 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.1 earthquake was recorded near TAIWAN (Taiwan) on September 5, 2025 at 06:57 UTC. With a focal depth of about 16 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.1

Depth

15.6 km

UTC time

2025-09-05 06:57:42 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Taiwan

City

tai nan shi

Source

emsc

Coordinates

23.20940, 120.54530

Temperature

31.8°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

15.6 km

15.6 km — shallower than the regional average (26.4 km)

Regional average: 26.4 km

Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

Depth classes per USGS

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