M2.3 Depth: 14.5 km

M2.3 Earthquake near Stikine Region, British Columbia (Canada)

UTC time: 2025-01-01 00:47:21 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.3 earthquake was recorded near Stikine Region, British Columbia (Canada) on January 1, 2025 at 00:47 UTC. With a focal depth of about 15 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude

M2.3

Depth

14.5 km

UTC time

2025-01-01 00:47:21 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Canada

State

British Columbia

City

Stikine Region

County

Stikine Region

Source

usgs

Coordinates

59.35370, -136.61060

Temperature

-2.8°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

14.5 km

14.5 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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