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M4.8 Depth: 28.0 km

M4.8 Earthquake near RYUKYU ISLANDS, JAPAN (Japan)

UTC time: 2025-07-03 05:31:09 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On July 3, 2025 at 05:31 UTC, a magnitude M4.8 earthquake occurred near RYUKYU ISLANDS, JAPAN (Japan). With a focal depth of about 28 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. Japan: 4 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.8.

Details

Magnitude
M4.8
Depth
28.0 km
UTC time
2025-07-03 05:31:09 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Japan
City
shi dao cun
Source
emsc
Coordinates
29.30000, 129.40000
Temperature
29.5°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 28 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 28 km
Shallow
28 km
28 km — shallower than the regional average (35.3 km)
Regional average: 35.3 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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