Magnitude
M4.2
- Depth
- 0.0 km
- Source
- NRCAN_XML
Yukon · Yukon
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M4.2 Earthquake near Yukon (Canada)
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About this earthquake
On May 21, 2026 at 20:29 UTC, a magnitude M4.2 earthquake occurred near Yukon (Canada). With a focal depth of about 0 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.
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Depth profile
Shallow
0 km
0 km — shallower than the regional average (5.7 km)
Regional average: 5.7 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
Volcanoes nearby
Yukon
Context for this earthquake
05 Oct 2025 – 05 Oct 2026 · M ≥ 3.0 · 375 Catalogue entries
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