M3.4 Depth: 0.4 km

M3.4 Earthquake near 98 km N of Yakutat, Alaska (Canada)

UTC time: 2025-12-06 22:58:29 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On December 6, 2025 at 22:58 UTC, a magnitude M3.4 earthquake occurred near 98 km N of Yakutat, Alaska (Canada). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 0 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude

M3.4

Depth

0.4 km

UTC time

2025-12-06 22:58:29 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Canada

City

Yukon

Source

usgs

Coordinates

60.42666, -139.50951

Temperature

-15.8°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

0.4 km

0.4 km — shallower 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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