M4.5 Depth: 7.3 km

M4.5 Earthquake near TAIWAN (Taiwan)

UTC time: 2025-05-14 02:48:27 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.5 earthquake was recorded near TAIWAN (Taiwan) on May 14, 2025 at 02:48 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 7 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.5

Depth

7.3 km

UTC time

2025-05-14 02:48:27 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Taiwan

City

da bu xiang

Source

emsc

Coordinates

23.27730, 120.59410

Temperature

32.8°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

7.3 km

7.3 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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