M4.2 Depth: 3.6 km

M4.2 Earthquake near ALBERTA, CANADA (Canada)

UTC time: 2025-07-27 03:13:07 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On July 27, 2025 at 03:13 UTC, a magnitude M4.2 earthquake occurred near ALBERTA, CANADA (Canada). With a focal depth of about 4 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 event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.2

Depth

3.6 km

UTC time

2025-07-27 03:13:07 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Canada

City

Alberta

Source

emsc

Coordinates

54.85200, -118.72940

Temperature

11.2°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

3.6 km

3.6 km — close to 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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