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M4.8 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.8 Earthquake near 72 km NE of Yonakuni, Japan

UTC time: 2025-01-18 16:09:04 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On January 18, 2025 at 16:09 UTC, a magnitude M4.8 earthquake occurred near 72 km NE of Yonakuni, Japan. 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
M4.8
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2025-01-18 16:09:04 UTC
Local time
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Country
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Source
usgs
Coordinates
24.92630, 123.50480

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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

  • Submarine Volcano NNE of Iriomotejima
    Distance: 58 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: -200 m ·Last eruption: 1924 ·Japan
  • Kueishantao
    Distance: 157 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 361 m ·Last eruption: 1853 ·Taiwan
  • Tatun Volcanic Group
    Distance: 199 km ·Lava dome(s) ·Elevation: 1'120 m ·Last eruption: 648 ·Taiwan

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