M4.0 Depth: 11.5 km

M4.0 Earthquake near TAIWAN (Taiwan)

UTC time: 2025-05-14 01:16:50 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 14, 2025 at 01:16 UTC, a magnitude M4.0 earthquake occurred near TAIWAN (Taiwan). With a focal depth of about 12 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.

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Details

Magnitude

M4.0

Depth

11.5 km

UTC time

2025-05-14 01:16:50 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Taiwan

Source

emsc

Coordinates

24.32000, 121.86000

Temperature

26.5°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

11.5 km

11.5 km — shallower than 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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