M0.9 Depth: 5.0 km

M0.9 Earthquake near 83 km NNW of Karluk, Alaska (United States)

UTC time: 2025-12-26 15:25:38 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On December 26, 2025 at 15:25 UTC, a magnitude M0.9 earthquake occurred near 83 km NNW of Karluk, Alaska (United States). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 5 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 M4.7.

Details

Magnitude

M0.9

Depth

5.0 km

UTC time

2025-12-26 15:25:38 UTC

Local time

—

Country

United States

City

Alaska

Source

usgs

Coordinates

58.24200, -155.07400

Temperature

-1.9°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

5 km

5 km — shallower than the regional average (15.7 km)

Regional average: 15.7 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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Mageik

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Martin

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