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M4.2 Depth: 48.3 km

M4.2 Earthquake near 37 km SSW of Nemuro, Japan (Japan)

UTC time: 2025-06-27 09:44:44 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.2 earthquake was recorded near 37 km SSW of Nemuro, Japan (Japan) on June 27, 2025 at 09:44 UTC. With a focal depth of about 48 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 USGS. Japan: 3 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.7.

Details

Magnitude
M4.2
Depth
48.3 km
UTC time
2025-06-27 09:44:44 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Japan
City
bang zhong ting
Source
usgs
Coordinates
43.03990, 145.33150
Temperature
14.9°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 48.3 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 48.3 km
Shallow
48.3 km
48.3 km — deeper than the regional average (35.1 km)
Regional average: 35.1 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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