M4.2 Earthquake in the Fiji region — October 17, 2025
2025-10-17 17:37:34 UTC (2025-10-17) · approx. 5:37 AM UTC-12 local
On October 17, 2025 at 17:37 UTC, a magnitude 4.2 deep-focus earthquake struck in the Fiji region, at a depth of 477.9 km and coordinates -19.8854°, -178.0543°.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 4.2 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 30 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 476 m — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
Earthquake Details
-178.0543°E
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How strong was the magnitude 4.2 earthquake in the Fiji region?
The magnitude 4.2 earthquake that struck in the Fiji region on October 17, 2025 at 17:37 UTC had a depth of 477.9 km. For context, this was a light earthquake commonly felt near the epicenter.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 4.2 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.
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Understanding This Data
Magnitude 4.2 earthquakes are often felt but rarely cause damage.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: us6000rhxh). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2025, October 17, 2025). M4.2 Earthquake in the Fiji region — October 17, 2025. Retrieved May 27, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us6000rhxh/