M 3.0 Earthquake Recorded Near Point Possession, Alaska

What Happened

A minor earthquake with a magnitude of 3.0 ml occurred on March 21, 2026, at 07:16:19 UTC. The event was centered approximately 26 km east of Point Possession, Alaska, according to data from the USGS.

Location Details

The seismic event was located at coordinates 60.936°N and 150.206°W. The earthquake originated at a depth of 41.9 km. In geological terms, a depth between 20 and 70 km is classified as an intermediate-depth earthquake.

Impact Assessment

There is no tsunami advisory, watch, or warning in effect following this event. As a magnitude 3.0 earthquake, it is categorized as a minor event. No felt reports have been officially submitted to the USGS at this time, and no alert level color has been assigned for this routine seismic activity.

What You Should Know

Earthquakes of this magnitude are routine geological events in seismically active regions like Alaska. While they are often felt by people near the epicenter, they rarely cause structural damage. Residents are reminded that aftershocks are a common occurrence following seismic activity, though they are typically smaller than the initial event.

Source

Information provided by the USGS Earthquake Hazards Program.