M4.4 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.4 Earthquake near 97 km ESE of Tatsugō, Japan

UTC time: 2025-01-02 04:48:53 UTC Local time:

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.4 earthquake was recorded near 97 km ESE of Tatsugō, Japan on January 2, 2025 at 04:48 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude
M4.4
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2025-01-02 04:48:53 UTC
Local time
Country
Source
usgs
Coordinates
28.08220, 130.50630

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 10 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 10 km
Shallow
10 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

Volcanoes nearby

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  • Nakanoshima
    Distance: 207 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 979 m ·Last eruption: 1914 ·Japan
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    Distance: 217 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 628 m ·Last eruption: 1190 ·Japan
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    Distance: 225 km ·Complex ·Elevation: 212 m ·Last eruption: 1968 ·Japan

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