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M4.9 Earthquake
◍ Volcano Islands, Japan region · · updated 10/5/2026, 7:40:32 AM
Severity score
54/100
Confidence
High
Why this matters
Aftershock sequence may follow a mainshock of this size.
Key stats
Magnitude
4.9
Depth
35 km
Severity over time
Timeline
- M4.9 recorded10/5/2026, 7:13:38 AMVolcano Islands, Japan region
Sources & attribution
ScientificUSGS Earthquake Hazardsupdated 10/5/2026, 7:40:32 AM
⚠This is an informational severity score, not an official warning. Follow guidance from NWS/NOAA, FEMA (ready.gov), and local emergency management.