M1.9 Depth: 95.0 km

M1.9 Earthquake near 57 km NNW of Petersville, Alaska (United States)

UTC time: 2025-05-07 04:31:32 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M1.9 earthquake was recorded near 57 km NNW of Petersville, Alaska (United States) on May 7, 2025 at 04:31 UTC. The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 95 km. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by USGS. United States: 172 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.3.

Details

Magnitude

M1.9

Depth

95.0 km

UTC time

2025-05-07 04:31:32 UTC

Local time

—

Country

United States

City

Alaska

Source

usgs

Coordinates

62.93880, -151.35630

Temperature

-6.5°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

95 km

95 km — deeper than the regional average (15.3 km)

Regional average: 15.3 km

Why depth matters

Intermediate-depth quakes are felt across a wider area but usually cause less surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

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