M1.5 Depth: 10.4 km

M1.5 Earthquake near 29 km NNE of Paxson, Alaska (United States)

UTC time: 2025-09-27 16:04:36 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On September 27, 2025 at 16:04 UTC, a magnitude M1.5 earthquake occurred near 29 km NNE of Paxson, Alaska (United States). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 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: 162 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.7.

Details

Magnitude

M1.5

Depth

10.4 km

UTC time

2025-09-27 16:04:36 UTC

Local time

—

Country

United States

City

Alaska

Source

usgs

Coordinates

63.34460, -145.49650

Temperature

-2.5°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10.4 km

10.4 km — shallower than the regional average (15.4 km)

Regional average: 15.4 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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