M 3.5 Earthquake Recorded Near Skwentna, Alaska

What Happened

A minor earthquake with a magnitude of 3.5 ml occurred on March 2, 2026, at 12:00:46 UTC. The event was centered 35 km south-southwest of Skwentna, Alaska. The earthquake was recorded at a depth of 101.8 km.

Location Details

The seismic event was located at coordinates 61.716°N and 151.747°W, approximately 35 km south-southwest of Skwentna. With a recorded depth of 101.8 km, this is classified as a deep earthquake. Deep earthquakes (those occurring at depths greater than 70 km) are typically less likely to cause significant surface shaking compared to shallow events of the same magnitude.

Impact Assessment

According to the USGS, there is no tsunami advisory, watch, or warning in effect for this event. The earthquake registered a maximum Modified Mercalli Intensity (MMI) of 1.68. At the time of this report, there have been no felt reports submitted by the public, and no alert level color has been assigned.

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 structural damage. Residents in the region should remain aware that aftershocks are a routine possibility following seismic activity, though they are generally smaller than the initial event.

Source

Information provided by the USGS Earthquake Hazards Program.