2.2 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Waters Off Eocheong Island, Gunsan; No Damage Expected

By  Kim Hye-min  | Jun 13, 2026

2.2 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Waters Off Eocheong Island, Gunsan; No Damage Expected
▲ A 2.2 magnitude earthquake occurred 19 km south-southwest of Eocheong Island, Gunsan, North Jeolla Province, at 8:47:58 p.m. on June 13.

The Korea Meteorological Administration (KMA) announced that a 2.2 magnitude earthquake occurred in the waters 19 km south-southwest of Eocheong Island in Gunsan, North Jeolla Province, at 8:47:58 p.m. today (June 13).

The epicenter is located at 35.97 degrees north latitude and 125.88 degrees east longitude, with a focal depth of 13 km.

The KMA stated that it expects no damage from the earthquake.

(Photo: Courtesy of the Korea Meteorological Administration, Yonhap News)
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