M0.9 Depth: -0.2 km

M0.9 Earthquake near 2 km SE of Cowichan Bay, Canada (Canada)

UTC time: 2025-08-25 23:25:57 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M0.9 earthquake was recorded near 2 km SE of Cowichan Bay, Canada (Canada) on August 25, 2025 at 23:25 UTC. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The data is provided by USGS and cross-checked across seismological networks.

Details

Magnitude

M0.9

Depth

-0.2 km

UTC time

2025-08-25 23:25:57 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Canada

City

British Columbia

Source

usgs

Coordinates

48.72083, -123.59450

Temperature

26.2°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

-0.2 km

0 km — shallower than the regional average (5.8 km)

Regional average: 5.8 km

Negative depth = focus above sea level (terrain elevation).

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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