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M 4.6 earthquake - 25 km NW of Ushibukamachi, Japan
USGS reports a magnitude 4.6 earthquake 25 km NW of Ushibukamachi, Japan (coordinates 32.3799, 129.8568) at depth 10 km. Report timestamp: 2026-09-19T12:07:12.020Z.
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
- 1/10
- Urgency
- 6/10
Why it matters
Earthquakes can cause local damage, aftershocks, and disruption to communities and transportation. Even moderate events merit monitoring and situational awareness for residents and travelers in the area.

