M3.1 Depth: 25.6 km

M3.1 Earthquake near VANCOUVER ISLAND, CANADA REGION (Canada)

UTC time: 2025-05-23 21:06:23 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.1 earthquake was recorded near VANCOUVER ISLAND, CANADA REGION (Canada) on May 23, 2025 at 21:06 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 26 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M3.1

Depth

25.6 km

UTC time

2025-05-23 21:06:23 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Canada

City

British Columbia

Source

emsc

Coordinates

49.60700, -126.88750

Temperature

10.6°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

25.6 km

25.6 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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