M3.1 Depth: 14.8 km

M3.1 Earthquake near CENTRAL ALASKA (United States)

UTC time: 2025-09-24 16:42:03 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On September 24, 2025 at 16:42 UTC, a magnitude M3.1 earthquake occurred near CENTRAL ALASKA (United States). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 15 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC. United States: 163 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.7.

Details

Magnitude

M3.1

Depth

14.8 km

UTC time

2025-09-24 16:42:03 UTC

Local time

—

Country

United States

City

Alaska

Source

emsc

Coordinates

63.21360, -151.55920

Temperature

0.7°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

14.8 km

14.8 km — close to 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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