M4.1 Depth: 11.7 km

M4.1 Earthquake near gao xiong shi (Taiwan)

UTC time: 2026-01-18 23:48:27 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.1 earthquake was recorded near gao xiong shi (Taiwan) on January 18, 2026 at 23:48 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 12 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

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Details

Magnitude

M4.1

Depth

11.7 km

UTC time

2026-01-18 23:48:27 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Taiwan

City

gao xiong shi

Source

emsc

Coordinates

23.30590, 120.84330

Temperature

11.7°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

11.7 km

11.7 km — shallower 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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