M2.1 Depth: -0.4 km

M2.1 Earthquake near 8 km S of Princeton, Canada (Canada)

UTC time: 2025-11-03 22:18:46 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On November 3, 2025 at 22:18 UTC, a magnitude M2.1 earthquake occurred near 8 km S of Princeton, 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

M2.1

Depth

-0.4 km

UTC time

2025-11-03 22:18:46 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Canada

City

British Columbia

Source

usgs

Coordinates

49.37817, -120.49283

Temperature

2.3°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

-0.4 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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