M4.2 Depth: 0.0 km

M4.2 Earthquake near 69 km WNW of Daajing Giids, BC/69 km ONO de Daajing Giids, BC (Canada)

UTC time: 2025-09-15 20:45:34 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.2 earthquake was recorded near 69 km WNW of Daajing Giids, BC/69 km ONO de Daajing Giids, BC (Canada) on September 15, 2025 at 20:45 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 0 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

Details

Magnitude

M4.2

Depth

0.0 km

UTC time

2025-09-15 20:45:34 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Canada

Source

nrcan_xml

Coordinates

53.39760, -133.09530

Temperature

17.5°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

0 km

0 km — shallower than the regional average (5.8 km)

Regional average: 5.8 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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