Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.2 earthquake 195 km WSW of Fukaura, Japan
A magnitude 4.2 earthquake struck 195 km WSW of Fukaura, Japan at Oct 9, 2026, 02:36 UTC, at a depth of 269 km. The epicentre was 191 km (119 mi) WNW of Oga.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.2 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Oct 9, 2026, 02:36 UTC |
| Depth | 269.2 km |
| Coordinates | 40.293, 137.669 |
| Felt reports | 0 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
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