M 3.0 Earthquake Strikes 66 km SE of Perryville, Alaska
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A minor 3.0 magnitude earthquake was recorded southeast of Perryville, Alaska, on February 25, 2026. No damage or tsunami threats have been reported.
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This notice was issued by USGS on April 6, 2026 and geographically references Alaska. Its severity classification of "low" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Earthquakes - determines the monitoring protocol behind it, which shapes what follow-up action (checking for structural damage, watching for aftershocks, reviewing local building codes) is relevant and which agency holds authority over the assessment.
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What Happened
A minor earthquake with a magnitude of 3.0 ml occurred on February 25, 2026, at 19:04:23 UTC. The seismic event was centered approximately 66 kilometers (41 miles) southeast of Perryville, Alaska.
Location Details
The earthquake's epicenter was located at coordinates 55.554°N and 158.295°W. The event occurred at a depth of 27.8 kilometers. According to geological standards, this is considered an intermediate-depth earthquake, as it originated between 20 and 70 kilometers below the surface.
Impact Assessment
There are currently no reports of the earthquake being felt by residents in the surrounding area. No tsunami advisories, watches, or warnings have been issued in connection with this event. The USGS has not assigned a specific alert level color for 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 recorded by seismographs, they are only occasionally felt and rarely cause any structural damage. Residents in seismically active regions like Alaska are encouraged to remain prepared for routine geological events.
Source
Information provided by the USGS Earthquake Hazards Program.
Original source: USGS Official Notice ↗
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