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M4.2 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.2 Earthquake near 196 km SW of Attu Station, Alaska

UTC time: 2025-01-28 23:56:01 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.2 earthquake was recorded near 196 km SW of Attu Station, Alaska on January 28, 2025 at 23:56 UTC. With a focal depth of about 10 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

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

Details

Magnitude
M4.2
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2025-01-28 23:56:01 UTC
Local time
—
Country
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Source
usgs
Coordinates
51.80260, 170.86160

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 10 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 10 km
Shallow
10 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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  • Piip
    Distance: 465 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: -300 m ·Last eruption: -5050 ·Russia
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