M 3.0 Earthquake Recorded Near Tyonek, Alaska

What Happened

A minor earthquake with a magnitude of 3.0 ml occurred near Tyonek, Alaska, on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at 06:05:19 UTC. The seismic event originated at a depth of 62.8 kilometers.

Location Details

The earthquake was centered approximately 3 kilometers north-northwest of Tyonek, Alaska. The geographic coordinates were recorded at 61.095°N latitude and 151.148°W longitude. At 62.8 kilometers, the earthquake is classified as having an intermediate depth (between 20 and 70 km).

Impact Assessment

According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), there has been 1 felt report submitted by the public. There is no tsunami advisory, watch, or warning in effect for this event. No specific alert level color was assigned to this routine seismic activity.

What You Should Know

Earthquakes with magnitudes between 2.5 and 3.9 are classified as minor. While they are often felt by people in the immediate vicinity, they rarely cause structural damage. As with any seismic event, small aftershocks are possible in the hours or days following the initial tremor.

Source

Information provided by the USGS Earthquake Hazards Program.