M1.6 Depth: 0.0 km

M1.6 Earthquake near 20 km N of Fishhook, Alaska (United States)

UTC time: 2025-12-03 16:04:18 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On December 3, 2025 at 16:04 UTC, a magnitude M1.6 earthquake occurred near 20 km N of Fishhook, Alaska (United States). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 0 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by USGS. United States: 186 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.0.

Details

Magnitude

M1.6

Depth

0.0 km

UTC time

2025-12-03 16:04:18 UTC

Local time

—

Country

United States

City

Alaska

Source

usgs

Coordinates

61.92686, -149.22429

Temperature

-3.0°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

0 km

0 km — shallower than the regional average (15.6 km)

Regional average: 15.6 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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