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M4.7 Depth: 22.0 km

M4.7 Earthquake near Taiwan (Taiwan)

UTC time: 2025-12-18 11:32:49 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On December 18, 2025 at 11:32 UTC, a magnitude M4.7 earthquake occurred near Taiwan (Taiwan). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 22 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by GFZ.

Details

Magnitude
M4.7
Depth
22.0 km
UTC time
2025-12-18 11:32:49 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Taiwan
Source
gfz
Coordinates
24.05000, 121.84000
Temperature
22.3°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 22 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 22 km
Shallow
22 km
22 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

Volcanoes nearby

  • Kueishantao
    Distance: 89 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 361 m ·Last eruption: 1853 ·Taiwan
  • Tatun Volcanic Group
    Distance: 129 km ·Lava dome(s) ·Elevation: 1'120 m ·Last eruption: 648 ·Taiwan
  • Submarine Volcano NNE of Iriomotejima
    Distance: 220 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: -200 m ·Last eruption: 1924 ·Japan
  • Iraya
    Distance: 399 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'009 m ·Last eruption: 1454 ·Philippines

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