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M3.1 Depth: 0.0 km

M3.1 Earthquake near 50 km N of Kobuk, Alaska (United States)

UTC time: 2025-09-16 01:12:31 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On September 16, 2025 at 01:12 UTC, a magnitude M3.1 earthquake occurred near 50 km N of Kobuk, Alaska (United States). Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by USGS. United States: 163 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.9.

Details

Magnitude
M3.1
Depth
0.0 km
UTC time
2025-09-16 01:12:31 UTC
Local time
—
Country
United States
City
Alaska
Source
usgs
Coordinates
67.35300, -156.66100
Temperature
3.3°C

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Depth profile

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

Volcanoes nearby

  • Imuruk Lake
    Distance: 364 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 610 m ·Last eruption: 300 ·United States

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