M 3.2 Earthquake Strikes 34 km WSW of Tatitlek, Alaska
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A magnitude 3.2 earthquake occurred 34 km west-southwest of Tatitlek, Alaska, at a depth of 17.6 km on September 1, 2026, at 12:34:56 UTC.
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This notice was issued by USGS on May 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 magnitude 3.2 ml earthquake occurred 34 km WSW of Tatitlek, Alaska, at a depth of 17.6 km. The event took place on September 1, 2026, at 12:34:56 UTC.
Location Details
The earthquake was centered at coordinates 60.749° N latitude and -147.263° W longitude, approximately 34 km west-southwest of Tatitlek, Alaska. With a depth of 17.6 km, this is considered a shallow earthquake, which typically means it could produce more noticeable shaking near the epicenter compared to deeper events.
Impact Assessment
There have been no felt reports for this earthquake, and no tsunami advisory has been issued.
What You Should Know
This minor earthquake, with a magnitude of 3.2, is often felt but rarely causes damage. Be aware of the general possibility of aftershocks following such events, and follow basic safety tips like staying indoors during shaking and securing heavy objects.
Source
Information from the United States Geological Survey: https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/aka2026ixtpnr
Original source: USGS Official Notice ↗
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