M4.0 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.0 Earthquake near MALAY PENINSULA, MALAYSIA (Malaysia)

UTC time: 2025-08-23 22:13:47 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.0 earthquake was recorded near MALAY PENINSULA, MALAYSIA (Malaysia) on August 23, 2025 at 22:13 UTC. With a focal depth of about 10 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.

Details

Magnitude

M4.0

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2025-08-23 22:13:47 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Malaysia

City

Johor

Source

emsc

Coordinates

2.51410, 102.76130

Temperature

25.2°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — shallower than the regional average (79 km)

Regional average: 79 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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