M1.8 Depth: 0.3 km

M1.8 Earthquake near 48 km NE of Kenny Lake, Alaska (United States)

UTC time: 2025-10-26 01:07:17 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On October 26, 2025 at 01:07 UTC, a magnitude M1.8 earthquake occurred near 48 km NE of Kenny Lake, Alaska (United States). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 0 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Events of this size typically go unnoticed.

The event was recorded by USGS. United States: 208 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.0.

Details

Magnitude

M1.8

Depth

0.3 km

UTC time

2025-10-26 01:07:17 UTC

Local time

—

Country

United States

City

Alaska

Source

usgs

Coordinates

62.01680, -144.27120

Temperature

-6.3°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

0.3 km

0.3 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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