M1.5 Depth: -0.7 km

M1.5 Earthquake near 11 km NE of Abbotsford, Canada (Canada)

UTC time: 2025-08-12 19:39:34 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 12, 2025 at 19:39 UTC, a magnitude M1.5 earthquake occurred near 11 km NE of Abbotsford, Canada (Canada). Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

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

Details

Magnitude

M1.5

Depth

-0.7 km

UTC time

2025-08-12 19:39:34 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Canada

City

British Columbia

Source

usgs

Coordinates

49.13417, -122.13850

Temperature

25.3°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

-0.7 km

0 km — shallower than the regional average (5.8 km)

Regional average: 5.8 km

Negative depth = focus above sea level (terrain elevation).

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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