M1.6 Depth: -0.3 km

M1.6 Earthquake near 3 km E of Sechelt, Canada (Canada)

UTC time: 2025-12-04 23:50:15 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On December 4, 2025 at 23:50 UTC, a magnitude M1.6 earthquake occurred near 3 km E of Sechelt, Canada (Canada). Events of this size typically go unnoticed.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude

M1.6

Depth

-0.3 km

UTC time

2025-12-04 23:50:15 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Canada

City

British Columbia

Source

usgs

Coordinates

49.47467, -123.71683

Temperature

5.8°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

-0.3 km

0 km — shallower than the regional average (5.8 km)

Regional average: 5.8 km

Negative depth = focus above sea level (terrain elevation).

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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