M4.7 Earthquake 2 km SSE of Fraijanes, Guatemala — October 21, 2025
2025-10-21 23:06:08 UTC (2025-10-21) · approx. 5:06 PM UTC-6 local
On October 21, 2025 at 23:06 UTC, a magnitude 4.7 intermediate depth earthquake struck 2 km SSE of Fraijanes, Guatemala, at a depth of 177.9 km and coordinates 14.4479°, -90.4307°. This earthquake was detected by 35 seismic stations with good location accuracy and was assigned a USGS significance rating of 340, placing it among routine seismic activity.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 4.7 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 169 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 1.1 km — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
Earthquake Details
-90.4307°E
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Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 4.7 earthquake near Fraijanes, Guatemala?
The magnitude 4.7 earthquake that struck 2 km SSE of Fraijanes, Guatemala on October 21, 2025 at 23:06 UTC had a depth of 177.9 km. For context, this was a light earthquake commonly felt near the epicenter.
Where did the earthquake occur?
The earthquake epicenter was located at 14.4479°, -90.4307°, which is 2 km SSE of Fraijanes, Guatemala.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 4.7 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: us6000rijz). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2025, October 21, 2025). M4.7 Earthquake 2 km SSE of Fraijanes, Guatemala — October 21, 2025. Retrieved May 26, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us6000rijz/