M4.6 Depth: 10.3 km

M4.6 Earthquake near TAIWAN (Taiwan)

UTC time: 2025-08-21 08:37:46 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 21, 2025 at 08:37 UTC, a magnitude M4.6 earthquake occurred near TAIWAN (Taiwan). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

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Details

Magnitude

M4.6

Depth

10.3 km

UTC time

2025-08-21 08:37:46 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Taiwan

City

da bu xiang

Source

emsc

Coordinates

23.26000, 120.58000

Temperature

28.5°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

10.3 km

10.3 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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