M4.2 Depth: 19.7 km

M4.2 Earthquake near cheng gong zhen (Taiwan)

UTC time: 2026-02-16 21:44:10 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.2 earthquake was recorded near cheng gong zhen (Taiwan) on February 16, 2026 at 21:44 UTC. With a focal depth of about 20 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 EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.2

Depth

19.7 km

UTC time

2026-02-16 21:44:10 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Taiwan

City

cheng gong zhen

County

tai dong xian

Source

emsc

Coordinates

23.10000, 121.36000

Temperature

21.5°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

19.7 km

19.7 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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