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M2.2 Depth: 47.6 km

M2.2 Earthquake near 88 km WSW of Karluk, Alaska (United States)

UTC time: 2025-12-23 01:26:31 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On December 23, 2025 at 01:26 UTC, a magnitude M2.2 earthquake occurred near 88 km WSW of Karluk, Alaska (United States). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 48 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by USGS. United States: 247 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M6.0.

Details

Magnitude
M2.2
Depth
47.6 km
UTC time
2025-12-23 01:26:31 UTC
Local time
—
Country
United States
City
Alaska
Source
usgs
Coordinates
57.32000, -155.86300
Temperature
0.3°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 47.6 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 47.6 km
Shallow
47.6 km
47.6 km — deeper than the regional average (15.7 km)
Regional average: 15.7 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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