M4.0 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.0 Earthquake near SOUTH OF ALASKA

UTC time: 2025-05-18 01:14:36 UTC Local time:

About this earthquake

On May 18, 2025 at 01:14 UTC, a magnitude M4.0 earthquake occurred near SOUTH OF ALASKA. With a focal depth of about 10 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M4.0
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2025-05-18 01:14:36 UTC
Local time
Country
Source
emsc
Coordinates
54.42160, -158.66440
Temperature
5.8°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 10 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 10 km
Shallow
10 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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