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M4.4 Depth: 35.0 km

M4.4 Earthquake near 26 km SE of Miyazaki, Japan

UTC time: 2025-01-13 16:22:00 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On January 13, 2025 at 16:22 UTC, a magnitude M4.4 earthquake occurred near 26 km SE of Miyazaki, Japan. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 35 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 USGS.

Details

Magnitude
M4.4
Depth
35.0 km
UTC time
2025-01-13 16:22:00 UTC
Local time
—
Country
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Source
usgs
Coordinates
31.78060, 131.65040

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 35 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 35 km
Shallow
35 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

  • Kirishimayama
    Distance: 76 km ·Shield ·Elevation: 1'700 m ·Last eruption: 2025 ·Japan
  • Aira
    Distance: 97 km ·Caldera ·Elevation: 1'117 m ·Last eruption: 2026 ·Japan
  • Yonemaru-Sumiyoshiike
    Distance: 100 km ·Maar(s) ·Elevation: 40 m ·Last eruption: -6200 ·Japan
  • Ata
    Distance: 120 km ·Caldera(s) ·Elevation: 924 m ·Last eruption: 885 ·Japan
  • Asosan
    Distance: 134 km ·Caldera ·Elevation: 1'592 m ·Last eruption: 2021 ·Japan
  • Kujusan
    Distance: 150 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 1'791 m ·Last eruption: 1996 ·Japan

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