M1.2 Depth: 5.0 km

M1.2 Earthquake near 29 km NNE of Ivanof Bay, Alaska (United States)

UTC time: 2025-11-23 17:48:47 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M1.2 earthquake was recorded near 29 km NNE of Ivanof Bay, Alaska (United States) on November 23, 2025 at 17:48 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 5 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Events of this size typically go unnoticed.

The event was recorded by USGS. United States: 185 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.8.

Details

Magnitude

M1.2

Depth

5.0 km

UTC time

2025-11-23 17:48:47 UTC

Local time

—

Country

United States

City

Alaska

Source

usgs

Coordinates

56.15863, -159.35683

Temperature

-6.0°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

5 km

5 km — shallower than the regional average (15.5 km)

Regional average: 15.5 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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