M1.0 Depth: 5.0 km

M1.0 Earthquake near 88 km N of Karluk, Alaska (United States)

UTC time: 2025-12-09 18:18:52 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On December 9, 2025 at 18:18 UTC, a magnitude M1.0 earthquake occurred near 88 km N of Karluk, Alaska (United States). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 5 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: over the past 24 hours, QuakeMap24 logged 191 earthquakes, the strongest at M4.7.

Details

Magnitude

M1.0

Depth

5.0 km

UTC time

2025-12-09 18:18:52 UTC

Local time

—

Country

United States

City

Alaska

Source

usgs

Coordinates

58.36100, -154.59700

Temperature

-11.6°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

5 km

5 km — shallower than the regional average (15.6 km)

Regional average: 15.6 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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