M4.2 Depth: 20.9 km

M4.2 Earthquake near feng bin xiang (Taiwan)

UTC time: 2026-05-07 23:08:25 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 7, 2026 at 23:08 UTC, a magnitude M4.2 earthquake occurred near feng bin xiang (Taiwan). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 21 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.2

Depth

20.9 km

UTC time

2026-05-07 23:08:25 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Taiwan

City

feng bin xiang

County

hua lian xian

Source

emsc

Coordinates

23.72000, 121.53000

Temperature

25.7°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

20.9 km

20.9 km — close to the regional average (24.7 km)

Regional average: 24.7 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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