M4.2 Depth: 19.9 km

M4.2 Earthquake near ALASKA PENINSULA

UTC time: 2025-07-16 21:39:30 UTC Local time:

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.2 earthquake was recorded near ALASKA PENINSULA on July 16, 2025 at 21:39 UTC. With a focal depth of about 20 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M4.2
Depth
19.9 km
UTC time
2025-07-16 21:39:30 UTC
Local time
Country
Source
emsc
Coordinates
54.56610, -160.21340
Temperature
11.5°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 19.9 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 19.9 km
Shallow
19.9 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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