Magnitude 4.5 earthquake strikes Izu Islands, Japan region

A magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck the Izu Islands, Japan region on Friday, July 24, 2026, at 18:43:04 GMT. The tremor occurred at a depth of 35 kilometers. Its epicenter was located at coordinates 31.4494 latitude and 141.3858 longitude.

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) monitors and reports on earthquakes globally, providing data such as magnitude, location, depth, and time of occurrence. Magnitude refers to the size of an earthquake, indicating the energy released at its source. This measurement is derived from seismographic data.

The 4.5 magnitude earthquake in the Izu Islands region provides specific geological information regarding seismic activity in the area on the given date and time.