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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 32.3401, 141.3761) at depth 36.296 km. Published 2026-09-18T02:12:28.463Z.
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
- 9/10
- Geographic reach
- 2/10
- Global importance
- 3/10
- Impact magnitude
- 3/10
- Positivity
- 2/10
- Urgency
- 5/10
Why it matters
Earthquakes can cause local shaking and disruption; residents and travelers in the Izu Islands region should be aware and check local advisories. No additional impact details are provided in this source.

