M2.4 Depth: 14.1 km

M2.4 Earthquake near 12 km NE of Maple Ridge, Canada (Canada)

UTC time: 2025-09-09 04:28:34 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.4 earthquake was recorded near 12 km NE of Maple Ridge, Canada (Canada) on September 9, 2025 at 04:28 UTC. With a focal depth of about 14 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.

Details

Magnitude

M2.4

Depth

14.1 km

UTC time

2025-09-09 04:28:34 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Canada

City

British Columbia

Source

usgs

Coordinates

49.29050, -122.46033

Temperature

13.8°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

14.1 km

14.1 km — deeper than the regional average (5.8 km)

Regional average: 5.8 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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