M4.0 Depth: 5.0 km

M4.0 Earthquake near SOUTHERN YUKON TERRITORY, CANADA (Canada)

UTC time: 2025-08-09 12:50:10 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.0 earthquake was recorded near SOUTHERN YUKON TERRITORY, CANADA (Canada) on August 9, 2025 at 12:50 UTC. With a focal depth of about 5 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.0

Depth

5.0 km

UTC time

2025-08-09 12:50:10 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Canada

City

Yukon

Source

emsc

Coordinates

64.41000, -134.76000

Temperature

3.9°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

5 km

5 km — close to 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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