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M4.7 Depth: 45.0 km

M4.7 Earthquake near Kyushu, Japan

UTC time: 2026-03-15 18:39:13 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.7 earthquake was recorded near Kyushu, Japan on March 15, 2026 at 18:39 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 45 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 GFZ and cross-checked across seismological networks.

Details

Magnitude
M4.7
Depth
45.0 km
UTC time
2026-03-15 18:39:13 UTC
Local time
—
Country
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Source
gfz
Coordinates
31.34000, 131.62000
Temperature
14.2°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 45 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 45 km
Shallow
45 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

  • Aira
    Distance: 95 km ·Caldera ·Elevation: 1'117 m ·Last eruption: 2026 ·Japan
  • Kirishimayama
    Distance: 98 km ·Shield ·Elevation: 1'700 m ·Last eruption: 2025 ·Japan
  • Ata
    Distance: 101 km ·Caldera(s) ·Elevation: 924 m ·Last eruption: 885 ·Japan
  • Yonemaru-Sumiyoshiike
    Distance: 109 km ·Maar(s) ·Elevation: 40 m ·Last eruption: -6200 ·Japan
  • Kikai
    Distance: 139 km ·Caldera ·Elevation: 704 m ·Last eruption: 2025 ·Japan
  • Kuchinoerabujima
    Distance: 167 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 657 m ·Last eruption: 2020 ·Japan

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