M3.0 Depth: 12.0 km

M3.0 Earthquake near Yukon (Canada)

UTC time: 2026-05-05 00:34:50 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 5, 2026 at 00:34 UTC, a magnitude M3.0 earthquake occurred near Yukon (Canada). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 12 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

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Details

Magnitude

M3.0

Depth

12.0 km

UTC time

2026-05-05 00:34:50 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Canada

State

Yukon

City

Yukon

Source

emsc

Coordinates

60.36380, -139.32320

Temperature

3.3°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

12 km

12 km — deeper than the regional average (5.7 km)

Regional average: 5.7 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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