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M4.4 Depth: 36.3 km

M4.4 Earthquake near 145 km SE of Akutan, Alaska

UTC time: 2025-02-04 16:31:24 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On February 4, 2025 at 16:31 UTC, a magnitude M4.4 earthquake occurred near 145 km SE of Akutan, Alaska. With a focal depth of about 36 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 USGS.

Details

Magnitude
M4.4
Depth
36.3 km
UTC time
2025-02-04 16:31:24 UTC
Local time
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Country
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Source
usgs
Coordinates
53.39180, -163.95060

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 36.3 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 36.3 km
Shallow
36.3 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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