M5.6 intermediate-depth earthquake — 140 km E of Noda, Japan

Date/Time (UTC): Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:44:12 GMT

Magnitude: 5.6 — moderate — can cause significant damage in populated areas

Depth: 35 km (intermediate-depth)

Coordinates: 40.1562°N, 143.4599°E

Data source: US Geological Survey (USGS) — Global

Intermediate-depth earthquakes (30–100km) are felt over a wider area but with less intensity at the surface compared to shallow events.

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