M 4.9 - Bonin Islands, Japan region

December 30, 2019 at 00:32:52 UTC

Depth: 13.90 km (Shallow)

M 4.9

Light

N/A

PAGER Alert

No

Tsunami

N/A

Felt Reports

Event Details

Magnitude4.9 mb
Depth13.90 km (Shallow)
Location27.8144N, 142.8040E
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 13.90 km, classified as "Shallow". Shallow earthquakes tend to cause more damage at the surface.

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