M 6.1 - Volcano Islands, Japan region

January 21, 2026 at 16:37:43 UTC

Depth: 8.00 km (Shallow)

M 6.1

Strong

Green

PAGER Alert

No

Tsunami

N/A

Felt Reports

Event Details

Magnitude6.1 mww
Depth8.00 km (Shallow)
Location23.2002N, 142.6037E
Mercalli IntensityIII (Weak)
Alert Level (PAGER)Green — No fatalities or damage expected
Tsunami WarningNo
Significance572 / 3000
StatusReviewed
Networkus
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does magnitude 6.1 mean?

A magnitude 6.1 earthquake is classified as "Strong". Strong earthquakes can cause severe damage in areas several tens of miles across.

How deep was this earthquake?

This earthquake occurred at a depth of 8.00 km, classified as "Shallow". Shallow earthquakes tend to cause more damage at the surface.

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