M 3.2 Earthquake 19 km W of Point MacKenzie, Alaska
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A magnitude 3.2 ml earthquake struck 19 km west of Point MacKenzie, Alaska, at a depth of 27.3 km.
What this USGS earthquake report tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by USGS on August 3, 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.
Most readers skim a notice like this, check whether they are personally affected, and move on. The more useful lens is to verify its scope, source, and timestamp, then compare related notices without assuming that one record proves a broader trend.
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What Happened
A M 3.2 ml earthquake occurred 19 km W of Point MacKenzie, Alaska, on June 4, 2026 at 12:00:31 UTC (timestamp 1783224031441). The event had a depth of 27.3 km, which classifies as intermediate depth (20-70 km).
Location Details
The epicenter was located at coordinates 61.376 latitude, -150.346 longitude. This places the event in Alaska, approximately 19 km west of Point MacKenzie.
Impact Assessment
The earthquake was felt by 4 people, with a maximum reported intensity (CDI) of 2.2. No tsunami was generated (tsunami status: 0). No alert level was issued.
What You Should Know
This was a minor earthquake (M 2.5-3.9 range), which is often felt but rarely causes damage. Residents in the area should be aware of the possibility of smaller aftershocks.
Source
Original source: USGS Official Notice ↗
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