M 4.9 - 63 km NE of Hirara, Japan

December 30, 2021 at 08:45:35 UTC

Depth: 10.61 km (Shallow)

M 4.9

Light

N/A

PAGER Alert

No

Tsunami

N/A

Felt Reports

Event Details

Magnitude4.9 mb
Depth10.61 km (Shallow)
Location25.2680N, 125.6668E
Tsunami WarningNo
Significance369 / 3000
StatusReviewed
Networkus
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does magnitude 4.9 mean?

A magnitude 4.9 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 10.61 km, classified as "Shallow". Shallow earthquakes tend to cause more damage at the surface.

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