M4.6 Earthquake 28 km SE of Ikungi, Tanzania — December 29, 2025
2025-12-29 09:51:40 UTC (2025-12-29) · approx. 11:51 AM UTC+2 local
On December 29, 2025 at 09:51 UTC, a magnitude 4.6 shallow crustal earthquake struck 28 km SE of Ikungi, Tanzania, at a depth of 10.0 km and coordinates -5.3127°, 34.9465°. This earthquake was detected by 42 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
34.9465°E
Technical Information
Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 4.6 earthquake near Ikungi, Tanzania?
The magnitude 4.6 earthquake that struck 28 km SE of Ikungi, Tanzania on December 29, 2025 at 09:51 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 -5.3127°, 34.9465°, which is 28 km SE of Ikungi, Tanzania.
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: us7000rlc1). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2025, December 29, 2025). M4.6 Earthquake 28 km SE of Ikungi, Tanzania — December 29, 2025. Retrieved May 23, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us7000rlc1/