Magnitude
M4.8
- Depth
- 10.0 km
- Source
- USGS
44 km SSE of Hengchun, Taiwan
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M4.8 Earthquake near 44 km SSE of Hengchun, Taiwan (Taiwan)
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About this earthquake
On July 15, 2025 at 13:58 UTC, a magnitude M4.8 earthquake occurred near 44 km SSE of Hengchun, Taiwan (Taiwan). 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 data is provided by USGS and cross-checked across seismological networks.
Details
ID
aa5301ed446c68d80f727c884e746e56de84cdd8
Magnitude
M4.8
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2025-07-15 13:58:16 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Source
usgs
Coordinates
21.63470,
120.90370
Temperature
29.1°C
Depth profile
Shallow
10 km
10 km — shallower than the regional average (26.3 km)
Regional average: 26.3 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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Iraya
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Babuyan Claro
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Didicas
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Camiguin de Babuyanes
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Kueishantao
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Tatun Volcanic Group
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