Earthquakes on December 9, 2025: 500 Worldwide, Largest M5.3

Time ↓	Mag ↕	Location ↕	Depth ↕	Felt ↕	MMI	Alert	Status	Details
2025-12-09 2025-12-09 23:54:35 UTC	2.1ml	109 km N of Yakutat, Alaska 60.529°, -139.676°	13.4 km	-	-	-	✓ Reviewed	USGS →
A magnitude 2.1 seismic event took place 109 km N of Yakutat, Alaska on December 9, 2025 at 23:54 UTC. Coming 4 hours after a magnitude 3.8 earthquake in the immediate vicinity, it is most likely an aftershock of that larger rupture. The event originated approximately 13.4 km below the surface, classifying it as shallow crustal. The event was offshore — common for earthquakes along subduction zones and transform plate boundaries. Coordinates: 60.529°, -139.676°. The solution has been reviewed by a USGS seismologist and is considered finalized. See the M2.1 event page for the full report, ShakeMap, and citizen-reported intensity data.
2025-12-09 2025-12-09 23:53:08 UTC	2.2ml	113 km N of Yakutat, Alaska 60.562°, -139.924°	5.0 km	-	-	-	✓ Reviewed	USGS →
On December 9, 2025 at 23:53 UTC, a magnitude 2.2 earthquake struck 113 km N of Yakutat, Alaska. It arrived roughly 4 hours after a larger magnitude 3.8 mainshock in the same 20 km area, placing it within the typical aftershock window. The event originated approximately 5.0 km below the surface, classifying it as shallow crustal. The event was offshore — common for earthquakes along subduction zones and transform plate boundaries. The epicenter is at 60.562°, -139.924°. The solution has been reviewed by a USGS seismologist and is considered finalized. See the M2.2 event page for the full report, ShakeMap, and citizen-reported intensity data.
2025-12-09 2025-12-09 23:51:29 UTC	2.2ml	119 km N of Yakutat, Alaska 60.616°, -139.827°	5.0 km	-	-	-	✓ Reviewed	USGS →
A magnitude 2.2 earthquake was recorded 119 km N of Yakutat, Alaska on December 9, 2025 at 23:51 UTC. This event falls inside the aftershock decay of a nearby magnitude 3.8 earthquake that occurred about 3 hours earlier. This was a shallow crustal earthquake, focused at 5.0 km depth. The event was offshore — common for earthquakes along subduction zones and transform plate boundaries. Geolocation places the event at 60.616°N, -139.827°E. The solution has been reviewed by a USGS seismologist and is considered finalized. See the M2.2 event page for the full report, ShakeMap, and citizen-reported intensity data.
2025-12-09 2025-12-09 23:49:06 UTC	2.5ml	106 km N of Yakutat, Alaska 60.500°, -139.838°	5.0 km	-	-	-	✓ Reviewed	USGS →
Reports of a magnitude 2.5 earthquake 106 km N of Yakutat, Alaska came in on December 9, 2025 at 23:49 UTC. Coming 3 hours after a magnitude 3.8 earthquake in the immediate vicinity, it is most likely an aftershock of that larger rupture. This was a shallow crustal earthquake, focused at 5.0 km depth. The event was offshore — common for earthquakes along subduction zones and transform plate boundaries. Coordinates: 60.500°, -139.838°. The solution has been reviewed by a USGS seismologist and is considered finalized. See the M2.5 event page for the full report, ShakeMap, and citizen-reported intensity data.
2025-12-09 2025-12-09 23:34:50 UTC	2.0ml	116 km N of Yakutat, Alaska 60.586°, -139.952°	4.4 km	-	-	-	✓ Reviewed	USGS →
Seismographs logged a magnitude 2.0 earthquake 116 km N of Yakutat, Alaska with origin time 23:34 UTC on December 9, 2025. Coming 3 hours after a magnitude 3.8 earthquake in the immediate vicinity, it is most likely an aftershock of that larger rupture. At a depth of just 4.4 km, this was a very shallow event, close enough to the surface that modest magnitudes can produce significant local shaking. The event was offshore — common for earthquakes along subduction zones and transform plate boundaries. Coordinates: 60.586°, -139.952°. The solution has been reviewed by a USGS seismologist and is considered finalized. See the M2.0 event page for the full report, ShakeMap, and citizen-reported intensity data.
2025-12-09 2025-12-09 23:30:54 UTC	2.2ml	105 km N of Yakutat, Alaska 60.495°, -139.580°	2.0 km	-	-	-	✓ Reviewed	USGS →
Seismographs logged a magnitude 2.2 earthquake 105 km N of Yakutat, Alaska with origin time 23:30 UTC on December 9, 2025. Coming 15 hours after a magnitude 4.0 earthquake in the immediate vicinity, it is most likely an aftershock of that larger rupture. At a depth of just 2.0 km, this was a very shallow event, close enough to the surface that modest magnitudes can produce significant local shaking. The event was offshore — common for earthquakes along subduction zones and transform plate boundaries. Coordinates: 60.495°, -139.580°. The solution has been reviewed by a USGS seismologist and is considered finalized. See the M2.2 event page for the full report, ShakeMap, and citizen-reported intensity data.
2025-12-09 2025-12-09 23:25:49 UTC	2.3ml	114 km N of Yakutat, Alaska 60.564°, -139.983°	8.9 km	-	-	-	✓ Reviewed	USGS →
A magnitude 2.3 seismic event took place 114 km N of Yakutat, Alaska on December 9, 2025 at 23:25 UTC. Coming 3 hours after a magnitude 3.8 earthquake in the immediate vicinity, it is most likely an aftershock of that larger rupture. The event originated approximately 8.9 km below the surface, classifying it as shallow crustal. The event was offshore — common for earthquakes along subduction zones and transform plate boundaries. Coordinates: 60.564°, -139.983°. The solution has been reviewed by a USGS seismologist and is considered finalized. See the M2.3 event page for the full report, ShakeMap, and citizen-reported intensity data.
2025-12-09 2025-12-09 23:22:01 UTC	2.0ml	88 km N of Yakutat, Alaska 60.327°, -139.435°	13.3 km	-	-	-	✓ Reviewed	USGS →
On December 9, 2025, worldwide seismic activity registered a magnitude 2.0 earthquake 88 km N of Yakutat, Alaska at 23:22 UTC. It arrived roughly 15 hours after a larger magnitude 4.0 mainshock in the same 20 km area, placing it within the typical aftershock window. At a depth of 13.3 km, the event was shallow crustal. The event was offshore — common for earthquakes along subduction zones and transform plate boundaries. The epicenter is at 60.327°, -139.435°. The solution has been reviewed by a USGS seismologist and is considered finalized. See the M2.0 event page for the full report, ShakeMap, and citizen-reported intensity data.
2025-12-09 2025-12-09 23:19:53 UTC	4.5mb	81 km ESE of Severo-Kuril’sk, Russia 50.369°, 157.171°	49.5 km	-	-	-	✓ Reviewed	USGS →
This magnitude 4.5 event was detected 81 km ESE of Severo-Kuril’sk, Russia on December 9, 2025, with origin time 23:19 UTC. The hypocenter lay at 49.5 km, placing this in the shallow crustal category. Geolocation places the event at 50.369°N, 157.171°E. The solution has been reviewed by a USGS seismologist and is considered finalized. See the M4.5 event page for the full report, ShakeMap, and citizen-reported intensity data.
2025-12-09 2025-12-09 23:18:41 UTC	2.6ml	28 km W of Anchor Point, Alaska 59.752°, -152.330°	66.8 km	-	-	-	✓ Reviewed	USGS →
Seismographs logged a magnitude 2.6 earthquake 28 km W of Anchor Point, Alaska with origin time 23:18 UTC on December 9, 2025. The hypocenter lay at 66.8 km, placing this in the shallow crustal category. The event was offshore — common for earthquakes along subduction zones and transform plate boundaries. Coordinates: 59.752°, -152.330°. The solution has been reviewed by a USGS seismologist and is considered finalized. See the M2.6 event page for the full report, ShakeMap, and citizen-reported intensity data.
2025-12-09 2025-12-09 23:15:29 UTC	2.1ml	110 km N of Yakutat, Alaska 60.527°, -140.034°	5.8 km	-	-	-	✓ Reviewed	USGS →
December 9, 2025 brought a magnitude 2.1 earthquake 110 km N of Yakutat, Alaska, logged at 23:15 UTC. It arrived roughly 3 hours after a larger magnitude 3.8 mainshock in the same 20 km area, placing it within the typical aftershock window. This was a shallow crustal earthquake, focused at 5.8 km depth. The event was offshore — common for earthquakes along subduction zones and transform plate boundaries. The epicenter is at 60.527°, -140.034°. The solution has been reviewed by a USGS seismologist and is considered finalized. See the M2.1 event page for the full report, ShakeMap, and citizen-reported intensity data.
2025-12-09 2025-12-09 23:13:23 UTC	2.1ml	112 km N of Yakutat, Alaska 60.554°, -139.835°	7.0 km	-	-	-	✓ Reviewed	USGS →
On December 9, 2025 at 23:13 UTC, a magnitude 2.1 earthquake struck 112 km N of Yakutat, Alaska. This event falls inside the aftershock decay of a nearby magnitude 3.8 earthquake that occurred about 3 hours earlier. The hypocenter lay at 7.0 km, placing this in the shallow crustal category. The event was offshore — common for earthquakes along subduction zones and transform plate boundaries. Geolocation places the event at 60.554°N, -139.835°E. The solution has been reviewed by a USGS seismologist and is considered finalized. See the M2.1 event page for the full report, ShakeMap, and citizen-reported intensity data.
2025-12-09 2025-12-09 23:04:36 UTC	4.6mb	98 km ENE of Yokohama, Japan 41.273°, 142.393°	53.8 km	-	-	-	✓ Reviewed	USGS →
Seismographs logged a magnitude 4.6 earthquake 98 km ENE of Yokohama, Japan with origin time 23:04 UTC on December 9, 2025. It arrived roughly 14 hours after a larger magnitude 5.0 mainshock in the same 20 km area, placing it within the typical aftershock window. The hypocenter lay at 53.8 km, placing this in the shallow crustal category. The epicenter is at 41.273°, 142.393°. The solution has been reviewed by a USGS seismologist and is considered finalized. See the M4.6 event page for the full report, ShakeMap, and citizen-reported intensity data.
2025-12-09 2025-12-09 23:04:26 UTC	2.1ml	109 km N of Yakutat, Alaska 60.527°, -139.950°	7.0 km	-	-	-	✓ Reviewed	USGS →
A magnitude 2.1 earthquake was recorded 109 km N of Yakutat, Alaska on December 9, 2025 at 23:04 UTC. Coming 3 hours after a magnitude 3.8 earthquake in the immediate vicinity, it is most likely an aftershock of that larger rupture. At a depth of 7.0 km, the event was shallow crustal. The event was offshore — common for earthquakes along subduction zones and transform plate boundaries. Coordinates: 60.527°, -139.950°. The solution has been reviewed by a USGS seismologist and is considered finalized. See the M2.1 event page for the full report, ShakeMap, and citizen-reported intensity data.
2025-12-09 2025-12-09 23:02:38 UTC	2.5ml	101 km N of Yakutat, Alaska 60.448°, -139.512°	5.0 km	-	-	-	✓ Reviewed	USGS →
A magnitude 2.5 seismic event took place 101 km N of Yakutat, Alaska on December 9, 2025 at 23:02 UTC. It arrived roughly 15 hours after a larger magnitude 4.0 mainshock in the same 20 km area, placing it within the typical aftershock window. The hypocenter lay at 5.0 km, placing this in the shallow crustal category. The event was offshore — common for earthquakes along subduction zones and transform plate boundaries. The epicenter is at 60.448°, -139.512°. The solution has been reviewed by a USGS seismologist and is considered finalized. See the M2.5 event page for the full report, ShakeMap, and citizen-reported intensity data.
2025-12-09 2025-12-09 23:01:16 UTC	2.4ml	112 km N of Yakutat, Alaska 60.553°, -139.957°	5.0 km	-	-	-	✓ Reviewed	USGS →
This magnitude 2.4 event was detected 112 km N of Yakutat, Alaska on December 9, 2025, with origin time 23:01 UTC. It arrived roughly 3 hours after a larger magnitude 3.8 mainshock in the same 20 km area, placing it within the typical aftershock window. The event originated approximately 5.0 km below the surface, classifying it as shallow crustal. The event was offshore — common for earthquakes along subduction zones and transform plate boundaries. The epicenter is at 60.553°, -139.957°. The solution has been reviewed by a USGS seismologist and is considered finalized. See the M2.4 event page for the full report, ShakeMap, and citizen-reported intensity data.
2025-12-09 2025-12-09 22:59:03 UTC	2.5ml	102 km N of Yakutat, Alaska 60.460°, -139.576°	5.0 km	-	-	-	✓ Reviewed	USGS →
December 9, 2025 brought a magnitude 2.5 earthquake 102 km N of Yakutat, Alaska, logged at 22:59 UTC. This event falls inside the aftershock decay of a nearby magnitude 4.0 earthquake that occurred about 15 hours earlier. At a depth of 5.0 km, the event was shallow crustal. The event was offshore — common for earthquakes along subduction zones and transform plate boundaries. Geolocation places the event at 60.460°N, -139.576°E. The solution has been reviewed by a USGS seismologist and is considered finalized. See the M2.5 event page for the full report, ShakeMap, and citizen-reported intensity data.
2025-12-09 2025-12-09 22:52:59 UTC	2.2ml	115 km N of Yakutat, Alaska 60.586°, -139.802°	1.9 km	-	-	-	✓ Reviewed	USGS →
On December 9, 2025, worldwide seismic activity registered a magnitude 2.2 earthquake 115 km N of Yakutat, Alaska at 22:52 UTC. It arrived roughly 3 hours after a larger magnitude 3.8 mainshock in the same 20 km area, placing it within the typical aftershock window. At a depth of just 1.9 km, this was a very shallow event, close enough to the surface that modest magnitudes can produce significant local shaking. The event was offshore — common for earthquakes along subduction zones and transform plate boundaries. The epicenter is at 60.586°, -139.802°. The solution has been reviewed by a USGS seismologist and is considered finalized. See the M2.2 event page for the full report, ShakeMap, and citizen-reported intensity data.
2025-12-09 2025-12-09 22:50:12 UTC	2.5ml	117 km N of Yakutat, Alaska 60.604°, -139.751°	0.7 km	-	-	-	✓ Reviewed	USGS →
On December 9, 2025 at 22:50 UTC, a magnitude 2.5 earthquake struck 117 km N of Yakutat, Alaska. Coming 2 hours after a magnitude 3.8 earthquake in the immediate vicinity, it is most likely an aftershock of that larger rupture. At a depth of just 0.7 km, this was a very shallow event, close enough to the surface that modest magnitudes can produce significant local shaking. The event was offshore — common for earthquakes along subduction zones and transform plate boundaries. Coordinates: 60.604°, -139.751°. The solution has been reviewed by a USGS seismologist and is considered finalized. See the M2.5 event page for the full report, ShakeMap, and citizen-reported intensity data.
2025-12-09 2025-12-09 22:49:47 UTC	4.1mb	127 km NE of Kuji, Japan 40.903°, 142.945°	35.0 km	-	-	-	✓ Reviewed	USGS →
December 9, 2025 brought a magnitude 4.1 earthquake 127 km NE of Kuji, Japan, logged at 22:49 UTC. It arrived roughly 1 hours after a larger magnitude 4.5 mainshock in the same 20 km area, placing it within the typical aftershock window. This was a shallow crustal earthquake, focused at 35.0 km depth. The event was offshore — common for earthquakes along subduction zones and transform plate boundaries. The epicenter is at 40.903°, 142.945°. The solution has been reviewed by a USGS seismologist and is considered finalized. See the M4.1 event page for the full report, ShakeMap, and citizen-reported intensity data.
2025-12-09 2025-12-09 22:48:01 UTC	2.2ml	115 km N of Yakutat, Alaska 60.578°, -139.895°	8.2 km	-	-	-	✓ Reviewed	USGS →
At 22:48 UTC on December 9, 2025, a magnitude 2.2 tremor occurred 115 km N of Yakutat, Alaska. This event falls inside the aftershock decay of a nearby magnitude 3.8 earthquake that occurred about 2 hours earlier. The event originated approximately 8.2 km below the surface, classifying it as shallow crustal. The event was offshore — common for earthquakes along subduction zones and transform plate boundaries. Geolocation places the event at 60.578°N, -139.895°E. The solution has been reviewed by a USGS seismologist and is considered finalized. See the M2.2 event page for the full report, ShakeMap, and citizen-reported intensity data.
2025-12-09 2025-12-09 22:42:38 UTC	2.1ml	90 km N of Yakutat, Alaska 60.350°, -139.463°	12.4 km	-	-	-	✓ Reviewed	USGS →
Seismographs logged a magnitude 2.1 earthquake 90 km N of Yakutat, Alaska with origin time 22:42 UTC on December 9, 2025. It arrived roughly 15 hours after a larger magnitude 4.0 mainshock in the same 20 km area, placing it within the typical aftershock window. The event originated approximately 12.4 km below the surface, classifying it as shallow crustal. The event was offshore — common for earthquakes along subduction zones and transform plate boundaries. The epicenter is at 60.350°, -139.463°. The solution has been reviewed by a USGS seismologist and is considered finalized. See the M2.1 event page for the full report, ShakeMap, and citizen-reported intensity data.
2025-12-09 2025-12-09 22:31:32 UTC	2.3ml	105 km N of Yakutat, Alaska 60.496°, -139.793°	4.0 km	-	-	-	✓ Reviewed	USGS →
December 9, 2025 brought a magnitude 2.3 earthquake 105 km N of Yakutat, Alaska, logged at 22:31 UTC. It arrived roughly 2 hours after a larger magnitude 3.8 mainshock in the same 20 km area, placing it within the typical aftershock window. At a depth of just 4.0 km, this was a very shallow event, close enough to the surface that modest magnitudes can produce significant local shaking. The event was offshore — common for earthquakes along subduction zones and transform plate boundaries. The epicenter is at 60.496°, -139.793°. The solution has been reviewed by a USGS seismologist and is considered finalized. See the M2.3 event page for the full report, ShakeMap, and citizen-reported intensity data.
2025-12-09 2025-12-09 22:27:19 UTC	2.3ml	86 km W of Karluk, Alaska 57.615°, -155.904°	5.3 km	-	-	-	✓ Reviewed	USGS →
On December 9, 2025 at 22:27 UTC, a magnitude 2.3 earthquake struck 86 km W of Karluk, Alaska. The hypocenter lay at 5.3 km, placing this in the shallow crustal category. The event was offshore — common for earthquakes along subduction zones and transform plate boundaries. Geolocation places the event at 57.615°N, -155.904°E. The solution has been reviewed by a USGS seismologist and is considered finalized. See the M2.3 event page for the full report, ShakeMap, and citizen-reported intensity data.
2025-12-09 2025-12-09 22:26:40 UTC	2.4ml	118 km N of Yakutat, Alaska 60.606°, -139.954°	5.0 km	-	-	-	✓ Reviewed	USGS →
Reports of a magnitude 2.4 earthquake 118 km N of Yakutat, Alaska came in on December 9, 2025 at 22:26 UTC. This event falls inside the aftershock decay of a nearby magnitude 3.8 earthquake that occurred about 2 hours earlier. This was a shallow crustal earthquake, focused at 5.0 km depth. The event was offshore — common for earthquakes along subduction zones and transform plate boundaries. Geolocation places the event at 60.606°N, -139.954°E. The solution has been reviewed by a USGS seismologist and is considered finalized. See the M2.4 event page for the full report, ShakeMap, and citizen-reported intensity data.
2025-12-09 2025-12-09 22:21:29 UTC	2.1md	7 km W of Templeton, CA 35.548°, -120.783°	5.1 km	4	-	-	✓ Reviewed	USGS →
The USGS recorded this magnitude 2.1 earthquake 7 km W of Templeton, CA at 22:21 UTC on December 9, 2025. A small number of nearby observers (4) submitted felt reports to the USGS. This was a shallow crustal earthquake, focused at 5.1 km depth. The event was offshore — common for earthquakes along subduction zones and transform plate boundaries. Coordinates: 35.548°, -120.783°. The solution has been reviewed by a USGS seismologist and is considered finalized. See the M2.1 event page for the full report, ShakeMap, and citizen-reported intensity data.
2025-12-09 2025-12-09 22:21:07 UTC	2.1ml	113 km N of Yakutat, Alaska 60.559°, -139.884°	3.8 km	-	-	-	✓ Reviewed	USGS →
On December 9, 2025, worldwide seismic activity registered a magnitude 2.1 earthquake 113 km N of Yakutat, Alaska at 22:21 UTC. This event falls inside the aftershock decay of a nearby magnitude 3.8 earthquake that occurred about 2 hours earlier. At a depth of just 3.8 km, this was a very shallow event, close enough to the surface that modest magnitudes can produce significant local shaking. The event was offshore — common for earthquakes along subduction zones and transform plate boundaries. Geolocation places the event at 60.559°N, -139.884°E. The solution has been reviewed by a USGS seismologist and is considered finalized. See the M2.1 event page for the full report, ShakeMap, and citizen-reported intensity data.
2025-12-09 2025-12-09 22:20:05 UTC	4.5mb	119 km ENE of Hachinohe, Japan 40.988°, 142.758°	49.3 km	-	-	-	✓ Reviewed	USGS →
Reports of a magnitude 4.5 earthquake 119 km ENE of Hachinohe, Japan came in on December 9, 2025 at 22:20 UTC. At a depth of 49.3 km, the event was shallow crustal. Coordinates: 40.988°, 142.758°. The solution has been reviewed by a USGS seismologist and is considered finalized. See the M4.5 event page for the full report, ShakeMap, and citizen-reported intensity data.
2025-12-09 2025-12-09 22:19:15 UTC	2.0ml	109 km N of Yakutat, Alaska 60.532°, -139.841°	4.8 km	-	-	-	✓ Reviewed	USGS →
At 22:19 UTC on December 9, 2025, a magnitude 2.0 tremor occurred 109 km N of Yakutat, Alaska. This event falls inside the aftershock decay of a nearby magnitude 3.8 earthquake that occurred about 2 hours earlier. At a depth of just 4.8 km, this was a very shallow event, close enough to the surface that modest magnitudes can produce significant local shaking. The event was offshore — common for earthquakes along subduction zones and transform plate boundaries. Geolocation places the event at 60.532°N, -139.841°E. The solution has been reviewed by a USGS seismologist and is considered finalized. See the M2.0 event page for the full report, ShakeMap, and citizen-reported intensity data.
2025-12-09 2025-12-09 22:17:02 UTC	2.0ml	56 km S of Whites City, New Mexico 31.663°, -104.353°	6.2 km	-	-	-	✓ Reviewed	USGS →
The USGS recorded this magnitude 2.0 earthquake 56 km S of Whites City, New Mexico at 22:17 UTC on December 9, 2025. Coming 16 hours after a magnitude 2.6 earthquake in the immediate vicinity, it is most likely an aftershock of that larger rupture. This was a shallow crustal earthquake, focused at 6.2 km depth. The event was offshore — common for earthquakes along subduction zones and transform plate boundaries. Coordinates: 31.663°, -104.353°. The solution has been reviewed by a USGS seismologist and is considered finalized. See the M2.0 event page for the full report, ShakeMap, and citizen-reported intensity data.

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Mag: Magnitude ({magType} = ml, mb, mw, etc.)

Felt: Number of DYFI felt reports

MMI: Modified Mercalli Intensity (I-X+)

Alert: PAGER alert level

Depth: Shallow (<70km), Intermediate, Deep (>300km)

Status: Auto = preliminary, Reviewed = verified by seismologist

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This page shows all earthquakes recorded by the USGS Earthquake Hazards Program during the 24-hour UTC period on December 9, 2025. Data includes all events of magnitude 1.0 or greater. Past earthquake data is considered final after review by USGS seismologists.

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