M4.0 Earthquake in the Pagan region, Northern Mariana Islands — December 23, 2025
2025-12-23 23:01:01 UTC (2025-12-23) · approx. 9:01 AM UTC+10 local
On December 23, 2025 at 23:01 UTC, a magnitude 4.0 intermediate depth earthquake struck in the Pagan region, Northern Mariana Islands, at a depth of 297.6 km and coordinates 18.1139°, 145.4741°.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 4.0 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 15 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 347 m — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
Earthquake Details
145.4741°E
Technical Information
Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 4.0 earthquake in the Pagan region, Northern Mariana Islands?
The magnitude 4.0 earthquake that struck in the Pagan region, Northern Mariana Islands on December 23, 2025 at 23:01 UTC had a depth of 297.6 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 4.0 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 4.0 earthquakes are often felt but rarely cause damage.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: us7000rq3f). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2025, December 23, 2025). M4.0 Earthquake in the Pagan region, Northern Mariana Islands — December 23, 2025. Retrieved May 23, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us7000rq3f/