M3.5 Depth: 10.0 km

M3.5 Earthquake near SOUTHERN YUKON TERRITORY, CANADA (Canada)

UTC time: 2025-08-22 06:20:18 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.5 earthquake was recorded near SOUTHERN YUKON TERRITORY, CANADA (Canada) on August 22, 2025 at 06:20 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M3.5

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2025-08-22 06:20:18 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Canada

City

Yukon

Source

emsc

Coordinates

60.86030, -138.32180

Temperature

10.1°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 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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