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M 4.7 earthquake - 54 km SE of Shima, Japan

USGS reports a magnitude 4.7 earthquake located 54 km SE of Shima, Japan. Coordinates: 33.9678, 137.2284. Depth: 354.932 km. (Source published 2026-09-20T13:54:56.995Z.)

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
6/10
Geographic reach
2/10
Global importance
2/10
Impact magnitude
2/10
Positivity
2/10
Urgency
3/10

Why it matters

USGS recorded a seismic event near Shima, Japan. The report documents magnitude, coordinates, and depth for situational awareness.

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