M4.2 Depth: 10.4 km

M4.2 Earthquake near tai wan (Taiwan)

UTC time: 2026-01-23 05:41:10 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.2 earthquake was recorded near tai wan (Taiwan) on January 23, 2026 at 05:41 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

M4.2

Depth

10.4 km

UTC time

2026-01-23 05:41:10 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Taiwan

City

tai wan

Source

emsc

Coordinates

24.31340, 121.80670

Temperature

17.3°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10.4 km

10.4 km — shallower than the regional average (24.7 km)

Regional average: 24.7 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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