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M 4.7 earthquake - 89 km NE of Yonakuni, Japan

USGS reports a magnitude 4.7 earthquake at coordinates 25.0376, 123.6247, depth 11.478 km, located 89 km NE of Yonakuni, Japan.

Categories: Natural disaster, Earthquake, Seismology

AI-generated scores

Scores are based on the cited reporting and use a 1–10 scale. Read the methodology.

AI confidence
9/10
Geographic reach
2/10
Global importance
3/10
Impact magnitude
3/10
Positivity
1/10
Urgency
3/10

Why it matters

A shallow M4.7 earthquake can be felt locally and may cause minor damage in nearby populated areas or disruption to maritime activities; monitoring is relevant for local authorities and residents.

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