M4.3 Earthquake 35 km WNW of Barishal, Pakistan — December 3, 2025
2025-12-03 14:45:21 UTC (2025-12-03) · approx. 7:45 PM UTC+5 local
On December 3, 2025 at 14:45 UTC, a magnitude 4.3 shallow crustal earthquake struck 35 km WNW of Barishal, Pakistan, at a depth of 47.4 km and coordinates 36.4155°, 74.3137°.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 4.3 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 43 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 558 m — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
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74.3137°E
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How strong was the magnitude 4.3 earthquake near Barishal, Pakistan?
The magnitude 4.3 earthquake that struck 35 km WNW of Barishal, Pakistan on December 3, 2025 at 14:45 UTC had a depth of 47.4 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 4.3 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 4.3 earthquakes are often felt but rarely cause damage.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: us6000rs7s). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2025, December 3, 2025). M4.3 Earthquake 35 km WNW of Barishal, Pakistan — December 3, 2025. Retrieved May 24, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us6000rs7s/