M4.4 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.4 Earthquake near 83 km N of Yakutat, Alaska (United States)

UTC time: 2025-12-06 20:56:05 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On December 6, 2025 at 20:56 UTC, a magnitude M4.4 earthquake occurred near 83 km N of Yakutat, Alaska (United States). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by USGS. United States: 207 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.8.

Details

Magnitude

M4.4

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2025-12-06 20:56:05 UTC

Local time

—

Country

United States

City

Alaska

Source

usgs

Coordinates

60.28940, -139.49250

Temperature

-16.8°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — shallower than the regional average (15.9 km)

Regional average: 15.9 km

Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

Depth classes per USGS

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