M4.8 Depth: 21.6 km

M4.8 Earthquake near TAIWAN REGION (Taiwan)

UTC time: 2025-07-15 13:58:19 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.8 earthquake was recorded near TAIWAN REGION (Taiwan) on July 15, 2025 at 13:58 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 22 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

M4.8

Depth

21.6 km

UTC time

2025-07-15 13:58:19 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Taiwan

Source

emsc

Coordinates

21.71790, 121.04400

Temperature

29.1°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

21.6 km

21.6 km — close to 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.

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