M4.7 Depth: 35.0 km

M4.7 Earthquake near MARIANA ISLANDS REGION

UTC time: 2025-05-21 20:11:11 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.7 earthquake was recorded near MARIANA ISLANDS REGION on May 21, 2025 at 20:11 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 35 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

M4.7

Depth

35.0 km

UTC time

2025-05-21 20:11:11 UTC

Local time

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Country

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Source

emsc

Coordinates

17.22730, 147.16520

Temperature

27.3°C

Map

Depth profile

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

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