M4.0 Depth: 18.1 km

M4.0 Earthquake near TAIWAN (Taiwan)

UTC time: 2025-08-26 10:56:34 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 26, 2025 at 10:56 UTC, a magnitude M4.0 earthquake occurred near TAIWAN (Taiwan). With a focal depth of about 18 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

M4.0

Depth

18.1 km

UTC time

2025-08-26 10:56:34 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Taiwan

City

xiu lin xiang

Source

emsc

Coordinates

23.93000, 121.47000

Temperature

10.2°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

18.1 km

18.1 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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