M4.9 Earthquake 65 km WNW of Daocheng, China — October 26, 2025
2025-10-26 15:03:00 UTC (2025-10-26) · approx. 10:03 PM UTC+7 local
On October 26, 2025 at 15:03 UTC, a magnitude 4.9 shallow crustal earthquake struck 65 km WNW of Daocheng, China, at a depth of 25.1 km and coordinates 29.2614°, 99.6697°. This earthquake was detected by 70 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
99.6697°E
Technical Information
Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 4.9 earthquake near Daocheng, China?
The magnitude 4.9 earthquake that struck 65 km WNW of Daocheng, China on October 26, 2025 at 15:03 UTC had a depth of 25.1 km. For context, this was a light earthquake commonly felt near the epicenter.
Where did the earthquake occur?
The earthquake epicenter was located at 29.2614°, 99.6697°, which is 65 km WNW of Daocheng, China.
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: us6000rjkg). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2025, October 26, 2025). M4.9 Earthquake 65 km WNW of Daocheng, China — October 26, 2025. Retrieved May 26, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us6000rjkg/