M1.8 Depth: -0.5 km

M1.8 Earthquake near 13 km SSE of Princeton, Canada (Canada)

UTC time: 2025-09-24 23:06:16 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On September 24, 2025 at 23:06 UTC, a magnitude M1.8 earthquake occurred near 13 km SSE of Princeton, Canada (Canada). Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude

M1.8

Depth

-0.5 km

UTC time

2025-09-24 23:06:16 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Canada

City

British Columbia

Source

usgs

Coordinates

49.33850, -120.47300

Temperature

20.3°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

-0.5 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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