M 3.5 Earthquake Reported 44 km NNE of Chase, Alaska
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A minor magnitude 3.5 earthquake occurred near Chase, Alaska, on March 21, 2026. The seismic event was recorded at a depth of 82.5 kilometers with minimal felt reports.
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This notice was issued by USGS on April 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.
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What Happened
A minor earthquake with a magnitude of 3.5 ml occurred on March 21, 2026, at 12:23 UTC (04:23 AM local time). The event was centered approximately 44 kilometers north-northeast of Chase, Alaska.
Location Details
The earthquake's epicenter was located at coordinates 62.796°N and 149.668°W. The seismic activity originated at a depth of 82.5 kilometers. According to geological standards, this is considered a deep earthquake, as it occurred more than 70 kilometers below the surface.
Impact Assessment
As of the latest data, there have been 3 confirmed felt reports from the surrounding area. There is no tsunami advisory, watch, or warning in effect for this event. No alert level color has been assigned by the USGS, indicating a low probability of damage or casualties.
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 seismically active regions like Alaska are encouraged to maintain standard emergency preparedness and be aware of the possibility of routine seismic activity.
Source
Information provided by the USGS.
Original source: USGS Official Notice ↗
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