M4.5 Depth: 18.1 km

M4.5 Earthquake near GULF OF ALASKA

UTC time: 2025-05-18 09:55:44 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 18, 2025 at 09:55 UTC, a magnitude M4.5 earthquake occurred near GULF OF ALASKA. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 18 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.5

Depth

18.1 km

UTC time

2025-05-18 09:55:44 UTC

Local time

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Country

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Source

emsc

Coordinates

58.19470, -149.26110

Temperature

6.7°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

18.1 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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