M0.6 Depth: 7.2 km

M0.6 Earthquake near 68 km WNW of Beluga, Alaska (United States)

UTC time: 2025-10-28 03:12:31 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M0.6 earthquake was recorded near 68 km WNW of Beluga, Alaska (United States) on October 28, 2025 at 03:12 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 7 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: 194 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.0.

Details

Magnitude

M0.6

Depth

7.2 km

UTC time

2025-10-28 03:12:31 UTC

Local time

—

Country

United States

City

Alaska

Source

usgs

Coordinates

61.33600, -152.29470

Temperature

-18.1°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

7.2 km

7.2 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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