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M 4.6 earthquake - 20 km ESE of Tsunō, Japan
USGS reports a magnitude 4.6 earthquake located 20 km ESE of Tsunō, Japan (32.1616, 131.754) at a depth of 53.945 km. Published: 2026-09-18T01:07:30.435Z.
Categories: severe-weather-and-natural-disasters, science-and-space
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
- 1/10
- Urgency
- 4/10
Why it matters
An M4.6 quake can produce felt shaking near the epicenter and may affect local communities, infrastructure, and emergency-response activities. The provided location and depth allow local authorities and residents to assess exposure and any need for inspections or alerts.

