M4.2 earthquake — Bonin Islands, Japan region
An magnitude 4.2 earthquake occurred Bonin Islands, Japan region on Oct 25, 2026 at 02:47 UTC. The epicenter was at a depth of 500 km — a deep earthquake. Deep quakes can be felt over very large distances but usually cause less surface damage than shallow ones.
Event data
| Magnitude | M4.2 |
|---|---|
| Depth | 499.8 km |
| Coordinates | 27.877, 139.729 |
| Time | Oct 25, 02:47 UTC |
| Location | Bonin Islands, Japan region |
| USGS event ID | us6000u4ru |
What this magnitude typically means
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Nearby recent earthquakes
| Magnitude | Distance | Time (UTC) | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| M6.5 | 14 km | Oct 25, 02:09 UTC | Bonin Islands, Japan region |
| M4.8 | 21 km | Oct 25, 02:36 UTC | Bonin Islands, Japan region |
| M7.0 | 22 km | Oct 24, 02:09 UTC | Bonin Islands, Japan region |
| M7.0 | 22 km | Oct 24, 02:09 UTC | Bonin Islands, Japan region |
Earthquake activity in this area
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Source: USGS earthquake catalog. Automated readings may be revised. Not for emergency use.