M4.2 earthquake — Bonin Islands, Japan region
An magnitude 4.2 earthquake occurred Bonin Islands, Japan region on Nov 4, 2026 at 02:40 UTC. The epicenter was at a depth of 429 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 | 429.4 km |
| Coordinates | 27.077, 140.293 |
| Time | Nov 4, 02:40 UTC |
| Location | Bonin Islands, Japan region |
| USGS event ID | us7000tvvc |
What this magnitude typically means
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Nearby recent earthquakes
| Magnitude | Distance | Time (UTC) | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| M4.2 | 19 km | Nov 6, 13:52 UTC | Bonin Islands, Japan region |
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Source: USGS earthquake catalog. Automated readings may be revised. Not for emergency use.