Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.0 earthquake 62 km NE of Makubetsu, Japan
A magnitude 4.0 earthquake struck 62 km NE of Makubetsu, Japan at Aug 16, 2026, 15:19 UTC, at a depth of 317 km. The epicentre was 63 km (39 mi) NE of Makubetsu.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.0 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Aug 16, 2026, 15:19 UTC |
| Depth | 316.8 km |
| Coordinates | 45.746, 142.426 |
| Felt reports | 0 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
02 — Around it
Other earthquakes within 100 km
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.1 | 76 km ENE of Esashi, Japan | 89 km / 56 mi | depth 278 km | |
| 4.0 | 9 km ENE of Nakatonbetsu, Japan | 83 km / 51 mi | depth 278 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.