M4.6 Earthquake 91 km W of Porto Walter, Brazil — November 24, 2025
2025-11-24 12:03:56 UTC (2025-11-24) · approx. 7:03 AM UTC-5 local
On November 24, 2025 at 12:03 UTC, a magnitude 4.6 shallow crustal earthquake struck 91 km W of Porto Walter, Brazil, at a depth of 10.0 km and coordinates -8.1285°, -73.5609°. This earthquake was detected by 43 seismic stations with excellent location accuracy and was assigned a USGS significance rating of 326, placing it among routine seismic activity.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 4.6 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 120 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 899 m — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
Earthquake Details
-73.5609°E
Technical Information
Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 4.6 earthquake near Porto Walter, Brazil?
The magnitude 4.6 earthquake that struck 91 km W of Porto Walter, Brazil on November 24, 2025 at 12:03 UTC had a depth of 10.0 km. For context, this was a light earthquake commonly felt near the epicenter.
Where did the earthquake occur?
The earthquake epicenter was located at -8.1285°, -73.5609°, which is 91 km W of Porto Walter, Brazil.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 4.6 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: us6000rq2p). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2025, November 24, 2025). M4.6 Earthquake 91 km W of Porto Walter, Brazil — November 24, 2025. Retrieved May 25, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us6000rq2p/