M2.1 Depth: 1.2 km

M2.1 Earthquake near 87 km N of Karluk, Alaska (United States)

UTC time: 2025-08-12 10:50:27 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.1 earthquake was recorded near 87 km N of Karluk, Alaska (United States) on August 12, 2025 at 10:50 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 1 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 201 earthquakes, the strongest at M4.1.

Details

Magnitude

M2.1

Depth

1.2 km

UTC time

2025-08-12 10:50:27 UTC

Local time

—

Country

United States

City

Alaska

Source

usgs

Coordinates

58.35150, -154.49150

Temperature

6.2°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

1.2 km

1.2 km — shallower than the regional average (15.4 km)

Regional average: 15.4 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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