Magnitude
M4.2
- Depth
- 18.8 km
- Source
- USGS
gu keng xiang
Country overviewTaiwan
M4.2 Earthquake near 19 km SSW of Lugu, Taiwan (Taiwan)
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About this earthquake
A magnitude M4.2 earthquake was recorded near 19 km SSW of Lugu, Taiwan (Taiwan) on November 20, 2025 at 19:43 UTC. With a focal depth of about 19 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.
The event was recorded by USGS.
Details
ID
1185fce5960ed6f5a074f5ef3b1c1037b099c41f
Magnitude
M4.2
Depth
18.8 km
UTC time
2025-11-20 19:43:58 UTC
Local time
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Country
City
gu keng xiang
Source
usgs
Coordinates
23.58370,
120.69000
Temperature
17.3°C
Depth profile
Shallow
18.8 km
18.8 km — shallower than the regional average (26.3 km)
Regional average: 26.3 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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