M4.9 Earthquake 67 km SSW of Dalbandin, Pakistan — October 3, 2025
2025-10-03 20:29:31 UTC (2025-10-03) · approx. 12:29 AM UTC+4 local
On October 3, 2025 at 20:29 UTC, a magnitude 4.9 shallow crustal earthquake struck 67 km SSW of Dalbandin, Pakistan, at a depth of 41.9 km and coordinates 28.3293°, 64.1317°. This earthquake was detected by 163 seismic stations with excellent location accuracy and was assigned a USGS significance rating of 369, placing it among routine seismic activity.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 4.9 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 338 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 1.4 km — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
Earthquake Details
64.1317°E
Technical Information
Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 4.9 earthquake near Dalbandin, Pakistan?
The magnitude 4.9 earthquake that struck 67 km SSW of Dalbandin, Pakistan on October 3, 2025 at 20:29 UTC had a depth of 41.9 km. For context, this was a light earthquake commonly felt near the epicenter.
Where did the earthquake occur?
The earthquake epicenter was located at 28.3293°, 64.1317°, which is 67 km SSW of Dalbandin, Pakistan.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 4.9 earthquakes can continue for several days and gradually diminish over time.
What should I do after an earthquake?
If you were in the affected area: check yourself and others for injuries, inspect your home for damage, and be prepared for aftershocks. For detailed guidance, see our earthquake safety guide and emergency planning resources.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: us6000ren5). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2025, October 3, 2025). M4.9 Earthquake 67 km SSW of Dalbandin, Pakistan — October 3, 2025. Retrieved May 27, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us6000ren5/