M2.1 Depth: 39.5 km

M2.1 Earthquake near 33 km NNE of Fox River, Alaska (United States)

UTC time: 2025-07-18 04:17:00 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On July 18, 2025 at 04:17 UTC, a magnitude M2.1 earthquake occurred near 33 km NNE of Fox River, Alaska (United States). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 40 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Events of this size typically go unnoticed.

The event was recorded by USGS. United States: 205 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.2.

Details

Magnitude

M2.1

Depth

39.5 km

UTC time

2025-07-18 04:17:00 UTC

Local time

—

Country

United States

City

Alaska

Source

usgs

Coordinates

60.13600, -150.73590

Temperature

9.8°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

39.5 km

39.5 km — deeper than the regional average (15.3 km)

Regional average: 15.3 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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