M2.5 Depth: 2.8 km

M2.5 Earthquake near 118 km WNW of Yakutat, Alaska (United States)

UTC time: 2025-12-24 01:55:40 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On December 24, 2025 at 01:55 UTC, a magnitude M2.5 earthquake occurred near 118 km WNW of Yakutat, Alaska (United States). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 3 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by USGS. United States: 253 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.5.

Details

Magnitude

M2.5

Depth

2.8 km

UTC time

2025-12-24 01:55:40 UTC

Local time

—

Country

United States

City

Alaska

Source

usgs

Coordinates

59.93100, -141.69400

Temperature

-6.8°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

2.8 km

2.8 km — shallower than the regional average (15.7 km)

Regional average: 15.7 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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