M4.7 Earthquake 228 km SW of Merizo Village, Guam — December 25, 2025
2025-12-25 15:48:58 UTC (2025-12-25) · approx. 1:48 AM UTC+10 local
On December 25, 2025 at 15:48 UTC, a magnitude 4.7 shallow crustal earthquake struck 228 km SW of Merizo Village, Guam, at a depth of 10.0 km and coordinates 11.7644°, 143.2277°. This earthquake was detected by 25 seismic stations with good location accuracy and was assigned a USGS significance rating of 340, placing it among routine seismic activity.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 4.7 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 169 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 1.1 km — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
Earthquake Details
143.2277°E
Technical Information
Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 4.7 earthquake near Merizo Village, Guam?
The magnitude 4.7 earthquake that struck 228 km SW of Merizo Village, Guam on December 25, 2025 at 15:48 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 11.7644°, 143.2277°, which is 228 km SW of Merizo Village, Guam.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 4.7 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: us7000rq5r). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2025, December 25, 2025). M4.7 Earthquake 228 km SW of Merizo Village, Guam — December 25, 2025. Retrieved May 23, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us7000rq5r/