M 3.3 Minor Earthquake Strikes Near Fishhook, Alaska

What Happened

A minor earthquake with a magnitude of 3.3 ml was recorded on March 26, 2026, at 03:46:48 UTC. The seismic event was centered approximately 22 km north-northwest of Fishhook, Alaska. The earthquake occurred at a depth of 0.1 km.

Location Details

The epicenter was located at coordinates 61.932°N and 149.387°W. The depth of 0.1 km is classified as extremely shallow; earthquakes with depths less than 20 km are typically more noticeable to those directly above the epicenter than deeper events.

Impact Assessment

Based on the available data from the USGS, no tsunami advisory was issued for this event. There were no felt reports submitted at the time of the report, and no alert level color was assigned. Given the magnitude, significant damage is not expected.

What You Should Know

Earthquakes within the M 2.5 to 3.9 range are considered minor. While they are frequently felt by residents in the area, they rarely cause damage to buildings or infrastructure. Residents are reminded that aftershocks are possible following any seismic event, though they are typically smaller than the initial quake.

Source

Data provided by the USGS.