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M4.8 Depth: 350.0 km

M4.8 Earthquake near PAGAN REG., N. MARIANA ISLANDS

UTC time: 2026-01-28 14:56:32 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.8 earthquake was recorded near PAGAN REG., N. MARIANA ISLANDS on January 28, 2026 at 14:56 UTC. At roughly 350 km, the focus was very deep, so surface shaking tends to be weaker. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M4.8
Depth
350.0 km
UTC time
2026-01-28 14:56:32 UTC
Local time
—
Country
—
Source
emsc
Coordinates
18.87790, 145.35260
Temperature
26.1°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 350 km (Deep) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 350 km
Deep
350 km
Why depth matters

Deep quakes are felt over very large areas but rarely cause surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

Volcanoes nearby

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  • Asuncion
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  • Pagan
    Distance: 96 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 570 m ·Last eruption: 2021 ·United States
  • Maug Islands
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  • Supply Reef
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  • Alamagan
    Distance: 151 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 744 m ·Last eruption: 870 ·United States

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