M4.3 Depth: 51.7 km

M4.3 Earthquake near bei nan xiang (Taiwan)

UTC time: 2026-01-15 23:53:40 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On January 15, 2026 at 23:53 UTC, a magnitude M4.3 earthquake occurred near bei nan xiang (Taiwan). With a focal depth of about 52 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

M4.3

Depth

51.7 km

UTC time

2026-01-15 23:53:40 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Taiwan

City

bei nan xiang

County

tai dong xian

Source

emsc

Coordinates

22.68000, 120.80000

Temperature

19.9°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

51.7 km

51.7 km — deeper than the regional average (24.7 km)

Regional average: 24.7 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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