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M3.8 Depth: 12.7 km

M3.8 Earthquake near Stikine Region, British Columbia (Canada)

UTC time: 2026-04-08 11:19:53 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On April 8, 2026 at 11:19 UTC, a magnitude M3.8 earthquake occurred near Stikine Region, British Columbia (Canada). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 13 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 12.7 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 12.7 km
Shallow
12.7 km
12.7 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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