M4.2 Earthquake southwest of Sumatra, Indonesia — December 29, 2025
2025-12-29 19:37:34 UTC (2025-12-29) · approx. 2:37 AM UTC+7 local
On December 29, 2025 at 19:37 UTC, a magnitude 4.2 shallow crustal earthquake struck southwest of Sumatra, Indonesia, at a depth of 10.0 km and coordinates -6.7174°, 102.0604°.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 4.2 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 30 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 476 m — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
Earthquake Details
102.0604°E
Technical Information
Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 4.2 earthquake southwest of Sumatra, Indonesia?
The magnitude 4.2 earthquake that struck southwest of Sumatra, Indonesia on December 29, 2025 at 19:37 UTC had a depth of 10.0 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 4.2 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 4.2 earthquakes are often felt but rarely cause damage.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: us7000rqw9). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2025, December 29, 2025). M4.2 Earthquake southwest of Sumatra, Indonesia — December 29, 2025. Retrieved May 23, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us7000rqw9/