M 5.3 - Bonin Islands, Japan region

December 29, 2005 at 08:30:34 UTC

Depth: 472.30 km (Deep)

M 5.3

Moderate

N/A

PAGER Alert

No

Tsunami

N/A

Felt Reports

Event Details

Magnitude5.3 mwc
Depth472.30 km (Deep)
Location27.3670N, 139.8530E
Tsunami WarningNo
Significance432 / 3000
StatusReviewed
Networkus
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does magnitude 5.3 mean?

A magnitude 5.3 earthquake is classified as "Moderate". Moderate earthquakes can cause damage to poorly constructed buildings.

How deep was this earthquake?

This earthquake occurred at a depth of 472.30 km, classified as "Deep". Deep earthquakes are rarely felt at the surface.

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