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M 4.7 earthquake - 161 km N of Caluula, Somalia

USGS reports a magnitude 4.7 earthquake located about 161 km north of Caluula, Somalia (coordinates 13.4261, 50.7581) at a depth of 10 km.

Categories: earthquake, natural disaster, 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
3/10
Global importance
3/10
Impact magnitude
3/10
Positivity
2/10
Urgency
2/10

Why it matters

A shallow M4.7 earthquake can produce local shaking; monitoring is relevant for local authorities, maritime operators, and seismologists to assess any damage or secondary hazards.

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