Moderate M 5.4 Earthquake Strikes 43 km NW of Hirara, Japan
A magnitude 5.4 earthquake occurred northwest of Hirara, Japan, on March 15, 2026. The event was recorded at an intermediate depth of 35 kilometers.
What Happened
A moderate earthquake with a magnitude of 5.4 mww was recorded on March 15, 2026, at 05:53:57 UTC. The seismic event occurred northwest of Hirara, Japan, and has been officially reviewed by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).
Location Details
The earthquake’s epicenter was identified at coordinates 25.1262°N and 125.0616°E. This location is approximately 43 km northwest of Hirara, Japan. The event originated at a depth of 35 km. In geological terms, a depth between 20 km and 70 km is classified as an intermediate-depth earthquake.
Impact Assessment
According to the source data, there have been no felt reports submitted for this event at this time. There is currently no tsunami advisory, watch, or warning in effect (tsunami: 0). No specific alert level color was assigned to this event in the provided data.
What You Should Know
Earthquakes of this magnitude (M 5.0-5.9) are classified as moderate. While they are often felt over large areas, they typically cause damage only to poorly constructed buildings. Residents in the region should remain aware of the possibility of aftershocks, which are routine following an event of this size.
Source
Data provided by the USGS Earthquake Hazards Program.
Source: USGS Official Notice