M4.8 Depth: 28.0 km

M4.8 Earthquake near TAIWAN (Taiwan)

UTC time: 2025-09-21 19:20:14 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.8 earthquake was recorded near TAIWAN (Taiwan) on September 21, 2025 at 19:20 UTC. With a focal depth of about 28 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.

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Details

Magnitude

M4.8

Depth

28.0 km

UTC time

2025-09-21 19:20:14 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Taiwan

City

xin yi xiang

Source

emsc

Coordinates

23.74000, 120.94000

Temperature

14.4°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

28 km

28 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

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