M3.8 Earthquake 84 km ENE of Donggang, Taiwan — December 27, 2025
2025-12-27 23:03:26 UTC (2025-12-27) · approx. 7:03 AM UTC+8 local
On December 27, 2025 at 23:03 UTC, a magnitude 3.8 shallow crustal earthquake struck 84 km ENE of Donggang, Taiwan, at a depth of 34.2 km and coordinates 22.7421°, 121.2113°.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 3.8 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 7.6 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 252 m — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
Earthquake Details
121.2113°E
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How strong was the magnitude 3.8 earthquake near Donggang, Taiwan?
The magnitude 3.8 earthquake that struck 84 km ENE of Donggang, Taiwan on December 27, 2025 at 23:03 UTC had a depth of 34.2 km. For context, this was a minor earthquake typically detected only by instruments.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 3.8 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 3.8 earthquakes are typically only recorded by instruments.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: us7000rl49). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2025, December 27, 2025). M3.8 Earthquake 84 km ENE of Donggang, Taiwan — December 27, 2025. Retrieved May 23, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us7000rl49/