M4.0 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.0 Earthquake near 20 km SSE of Pizitou, Taiwan (Taiwan)

UTC time: 2025-05-14 02:48:28 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.0 earthquake was recorded near 20 km SSE of Pizitou, Taiwan (Taiwan) on May 14, 2025 at 02:48 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 data is provided by USGS and cross-checked across seismological networks.

Details

Magnitude

M4.0

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2025-05-14 02:48:28 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Taiwan

City

tai nan shi

Source

usgs

Coordinates

23.30970, 120.51840

Temperature

32.8°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 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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