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M4.8 Depth: 31.4 km

M4.8 Earthquake near 128 km SSE of Sand Point, Alaska

UTC time: 2025-05-17 15:09:27 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.8 earthquake was recorded near 128 km SSE of Sand Point, Alaska on May 17, 2025 at 15:09 UTC. With a focal depth of about 31 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude
M4.8
Depth
31.4 km
UTC time
2025-05-17 15:09:27 UTC
Local time
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Country
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Source
usgs
Coordinates
54.22890, -159.93590
Temperature
5.9°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 31.4 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 31.4 km
Shallow
31.4 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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