M2.5 Depth: 3.8 km

M2.5 Earthquake near SOUTHEASTERN ALASKA (Canada)

UTC time: 2025-09-23 18:32:53 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.5 earthquake was recorded near SOUTHEASTERN ALASKA (Canada) on September 23, 2025 at 18:32 UTC. With a focal depth of about 4 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M2.5

Depth

3.8 km

UTC time

2025-09-23 18:32:53 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Canada

City

British Columbia

Source

emsc

Coordinates

59.69630, -136.17160

Temperature

8.9°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

3.8 km

3.8 km — close to the regional average (5.8 km)

Regional average: 5.8 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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