M 4.5 - 11 km SE of Motoyoyogichō, Japan

February 19, 2026 at 08:24:39 UTC

Depth: 57.87 km (Shallow)

M 4.5

Light

N/A

PAGER Alert

No

Tsunami

2

Felt Reports

Event Details

Magnitude4.5 mb
Depth57.87 km (Shallow)
Location35.6124N, 139.7824E
Community IntensityIII (Weak)
Felt Reports (DYFI)2 people
Tsunami WarningNo
Significance312 / 3000
StatusReviewed
Networkus
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does magnitude 4.5 mean?

A magnitude 4.5 earthquake is classified as "Light". Light earthquakes produce noticeable shaking but rarely cause damage.

How deep was this earthquake?

This earthquake occurred at a depth of 57.87 km, classified as "Shallow". Shallow earthquakes tend to cause more damage at the surface.

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