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M 4.5 earthquake - Izu Islands, Japan region

USGS reports a magnitude 4.5 earthquake in the Izu Islands, Japan region. Coordinates 31.7337, 142.3611; depth 10 km. Source item published at 2026-09-21T15:56:20.386Z.

Categories: severe-weather-and-natural-disasters

Generated scores

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

Confidence
7/10
Geographic reach
1/10
Global importance
2/10
Impact magnitude
2/10
Positivity
2/10
Urgency
2/10

Why it matters

This is a USGS-recorded seismic event (M4.5) with precise coordinates and depth provided, information relevant for local seismic monitoring and situational awareness.

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