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M4.2 Depth: 18.0 km

M4.2 Earthquake near JAVA, INDONESIA

UTC time: 2026-05-04 22:14:39 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.2 earthquake was recorded near JAVA, INDONESIA on May 4, 2026 at 22:14 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 18 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 EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M4.2
Depth
18.0 km
UTC time
2026-05-04 22:14:39 UTC
Local time
—
Country
—
Source
emsc
Coordinates
-8.12000, 107.93000
Temperature
28.0°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 18 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 18 km
Shallow
18 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

  • Papandayan
    Distance: 92 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 2'643 m ·Last eruption: 2002 ·Indonesia
  • Galunggung
    Distance: 98 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 2'168 m ·Last eruption: 1984 ·Indonesia
  • Talagabodas
    Distance: 103 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 2'201 m ·Indonesia
  • Guntur
    Distance: 109 km ·Complex ·Elevation: 2'251 m ·Last eruption: 1847 ·Indonesia
  • Patuha
    Distance: 121 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 2'422 m ·Indonesia
  • Ciremai
    Distance: 146 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 3'039 m ·Last eruption: 1951 ·Indonesia

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