M-0.9 Depth: 0.2 km

M-0.9 Earthquake near 63 km ENE of Pedro Bay, Alaska (United States)

UTC time: 2025-10-27 19:27:38 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M-0.9 earthquake was recorded near 63 km ENE of Pedro Bay, Alaska (United States) on October 27, 2025 at 19:27 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 0 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by USGS. United States: 191 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.0.

Details

Magnitude

M-0.9

Depth

0.2 km

UTC time

2025-10-27 19:27:38 UTC

Local time

—

Country

United States

City

Alaska

Source

usgs

Coordinates

60.02483, -153.07417

Temperature

-10.9°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

0.2 km

0.2 km — shallower than the regional average (15.4 km)

Regional average: 15.4 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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