Earthquake 251 km ESE of Onagawa Chō, Japan (4.8 mb) (2025-09-27 13:37:18 UTC)
A 4.8 magnitude earthquake struck on 251 km ESE of Onagawa Chō, Japan, at 2025-09-27 13:37:18 UTC. Reviewed by USGS seismologists, this minor quake occurred at a magnitude type of mb and was felt in surrounding areas. Stay updated on earthquake activity in 251 km ESE of Onagawa Chō, Japan
Recommendation
Strong Earthquake
Strong Earthquake
Action
Moderate shaking can cause damage to weak structures.
Suggestion
Indoors: Drop, Cover, and Hold On. Stay away from windows and heavy furniture. Outdoors: Move to an open space. If in a car: Pull over and stop in a safe area.
Magnitudo (mb)
4.8
Confirmed
USGS
Summary
- Intensity: 0
- Tsunami: 0
- ID: usgs_us6000rdbz
Nearest Places
- Futaba Seamount / 107.41 km
- Iwaki Seamount / 114.42 km
- Bosei Seamount / 119.57 km
- Hitachi Seamount / 126.83 km
- Joban Seamount Chain / 127.16 km
Comment
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