M 3.1 Minor Earthquake Recorded 227 km SE of Chiniak, Alaska
A minor 3.1 magnitude earthquake occurred offshore Alaska on February 24, 2026. The shallow event was located 227 km southeast of Chiniak at a depth of 10 kilometers.
What Happened
A minor earthquake with a magnitude of 3.1 ml occurred on February 24, 2026, at 17:05:20 UTC (8:05 AM local time). The event was recorded at a shallow depth of 10 kilometers.
Location Details
The earthquake’s epicenter was located at coordinates 55.9783°N, 150.0523°W, approximately 227 km southeast of Chiniak, Alaska. The depth of 10 km is classified as shallow, as it is less than 20 km below the surface. Shallow earthquakes are common in this seismically active region of the North Pacific.
Impact Assessment
There are currently no felt reports associated with this event. No tsunami advisory, watch, or warning has been issued by the authorities. The USGS has not assigned an alert level color, indicating a low likelihood of impact on populated areas due to the magnitude and offshore location.
What You Should Know
Earthquakes with magnitudes between 2.5 and 3.9 are classified as minor. While they are often felt by people near the epicenter, they rarely cause damage to structures. Residents in the region should remain aware that aftershocks are a possibility, though they are typically smaller than the initial seismic event.
Source
Data and attribution: USGS Event Page
Source: USGS Official Notice