M4.0 Depth: 36.0 km

M4.0 Earthquake near North Maluku (Indonesia)

UTC time: 2026-06-23 19:05:25 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.0 earthquake was recorded near North Maluku (Indonesia) on June 23, 2026 at 19:05 UTC. With a focal depth of about 36 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. Indonesia: 72 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.9.

Details

Magnitude

M4.0

Depth

36.0 km

UTC time

2026-06-23 19:05:25 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Indonesia

State

North Maluku

City

North Maluku

Source

emsc

Coordinates

1.30000, 126.43000

Temperature

27.1°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

36 km

36 km — shallower than the regional average (49.5 km)

Regional average: 49.5 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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