A 4.7 magnitude earthquake is considered moderately strong and corresponds to a "high danger" level of intensity (VII on the intensity scale). Such an earthquake can be felt strongly, may cause people to be alarmed and lose their balance, and there is a likelihood of severe damage to buildings, especially less stable structures. Damage caused by falling objects inside buildings is also likely.

In terms of energy release, a 4.7 magnitude earthquake releases much less energy compared to larger earthquakes—each increase of one magnitude represents roughly 30 times more energy release. For example, a magnitude 6.7 earthquake releases about 900 times more energy than a 4.7.

Overall, while a 4.7 earthquake can cause significant alarm and damage to less stable structures, it generally causes minor to moderate damage and is felt across a wide area.