M2.3 Depth: 45.0 km

M2.3 Earthquake near 72 km SSW of Nanwalek, Alaska (United States)

UTC time: 2025-12-15 23:50:58 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.3 earthquake was recorded near 72 km SSW of Nanwalek, Alaska (United States) on December 15, 2025 at 23:50 UTC. With a focal depth of about 45 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by USGS. United States: 227 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.3.

Details

Magnitude

M2.3

Depth

45.0 km

UTC time

2025-12-15 23:50:58 UTC

Local time

—

Country

United States

City

Alaska

Source

usgs

Coordinates

58.74000, -152.30000

Temperature

-2.9°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

45 km

45 km — deeper 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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