M4.6 Earthquake 257 km SW of Yanglong, China — November 28, 2025
2025-11-28 22:53:31 UTC (2025-11-28) · approx. 4:53 AM UTC+6 local
On November 28, 2025 at 22:53 UTC, a magnitude 4.6 shallow crustal earthquake struck 257 km SW of Yanglong, China, at a depth of 10.0 km and coordinates 37.1913°, 96.3388°. This earthquake was detected by 51 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
96.3388°E
Technical Information
Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 4.6 earthquake near Yanglong, China?
The magnitude 4.6 earthquake that struck 257 km SW of Yanglong, China on November 28, 2025 at 22:53 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 37.1913°, 96.3388°, which is 257 km SW of Yanglong, China.
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: us7000reiv). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2025, November 28, 2025). M4.6 Earthquake 257 km SW of Yanglong, China — November 28, 2025. Retrieved May 24, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us7000reiv/