M2.9 Depth: 12.4 km

M2.9 Earthquake near 11 km NNE of North Saanich, Canada (Canada)

UTC time: 2025-10-21 12:30:09 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.9 earthquake was recorded near 11 km NNE of North Saanich, Canada (Canada) on October 21, 2025 at 12:30 UTC. With a focal depth of about 12 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude

M2.9

Depth

12.4 km

UTC time

2025-10-21 12:30:09 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Canada

City

British Columbia

Source

usgs

Coordinates

48.76083, -123.35200

Temperature

8.5°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

12.4 km

12.4 km — deeper 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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