M3.4 Depth: 69.7 km

M3.4 Earthquake near Juan de Fuca Electoral Area (Canada)

UTC time: 2025-11-27 17:15:47 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.4 earthquake was recorded near Juan de Fuca Electoral Area (Canada) on November 27, 2025 at 17:15 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 70 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The data is provided by USGS and cross-checked across seismological networks.

Details

Magnitude

M3.4

Depth

69.7 km

UTC time

2025-11-27 17:15:47 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Canada

City

Juan de Fuca Electoral Area

Source

usgs

Coordinates

48.37800, -124.10267

Temperature

5.8°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

69.7 km

69.7 km — deeper than the regional average (5.8 km)

Regional average: 5.8 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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