M4.3 Depth: 5.0 km

M4.3 Earthquake near 94 km NNE of Yakutat, Alaska (Canada)

UTC time: 2025-12-06 21:01:31 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On December 6, 2025 at 21:01 UTC, a magnitude M4.3 earthquake occurred near 94 km NNE of Yakutat, Alaska (Canada). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 5 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude

M4.3

Depth

5.0 km

UTC time

2025-12-06 21:01:31 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Canada

City

Yukon

Source

usgs

Coordinates

60.37813, -139.36862

Temperature

-16.2°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

5 km

5 km — close to 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

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