M1.0 Depth: 13.6 km

M1.0 Earthquake near Los Angeles (United States)

UTC time: 2025-12-11 14:09:05 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On December 11, 2025 at 14:09 UTC, a magnitude M1.0 earthquake occurred near Los Angeles (United States). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 14 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by SCEDC. United States: 184 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.0.

Details

Magnitude

M1.0

Depth

13.6 km

UTC time

2025-12-11 14:09:05 UTC

Local time

—

Country

United States

City

Los Angeles

Source

scedc

Coordinates

34.23750, -118.31900

Temperature

11.8°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

13.6 km

13.6 km — close to the regional average (15.6 km)

Regional average: 15.6 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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