M 3.5 Earthquake Strikes Near Four Mile Road, Alaska
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A minor 3.5 magnitude earthquake occurred 26 km north of Four Mile Road, Alaska, on March 8, 2026. The shallow quake was recorded at a depth of 0.4 km.
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This notice was issued by USGS on April 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 minor earthquake with a magnitude of 3.5 ml occurred on March 8, 2026, at 03:02:07 UTC. The seismic event was recorded at an extremely shallow depth of 0.4 km.
Location Details
The epicenter was located at coordinates 64.836°N, 149.212°W, approximately 26 km north of Four Mile Road, Alaska. The depth of 0.4 km is classified as shallow; earthquakes occurring at depths of less than 20 km are typically more likely to be felt by those near the epicenter.
Impact Assessment
As of the latest data, there has been 1 felt report submitted to the USGS. There is no tsunami advisory, watch, or warning in effect for this event. No specific alert level color has been assigned, and there are no reports of damage or injuries.
What You Should Know
Earthquakes with magnitudes between 2.5 and 3.9 are considered minor. While they are often felt by people in the immediate vicinity, they rarely cause structural damage. Residents should be aware that aftershocks are a routine possibility following seismic activity, though they are generally smaller than the initial quake.
Source
Data provided by the USGS Earthquake Hazards Program.
Original source: USGS Official Notice ↗
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