M3.0 Depth: 3.7 km

M3.0 Earthquake near 66 km N of Yakutat, Alaska (United States)

UTC time: 2025-11-02 06:35:44 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On November 2, 2025 at 06:35 UTC, a magnitude M3.0 earthquake occurred near 66 km N of Yakutat, Alaska (United States). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 4 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by USGS. United States: 158 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.5.

Details

Magnitude

M3.0

Depth

3.7 km

UTC time

2025-11-02 06:35:44 UTC

Local time

—

Country

United States

City

Alaska

Source

usgs

Coordinates

60.14120, -139.66120

Temperature

3.8°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

3.7 km

3.7 km — shallower than the regional average (15.5 km)

Regional average: 15.5 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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