M4.3 Depth: 25.0 km

M4.3 Earthquake near TAIWAN (Taiwan)

UTC time: 2025-10-23 06:35:48 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.3 earthquake was recorded near TAIWAN (Taiwan) on October 23, 2025 at 06:35 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 25 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

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Details

Magnitude

M4.3

Depth

25.0 km

UTC time

2025-10-23 06:35:48 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Taiwan

City

zhong liao xiang

Source

emsc

Coordinates

23.88000, 120.77000

Temperature

23.5°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

25 km

25 km — close to the regional average (24.6 km)

Regional average: 24.6 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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