M 3.7 Earthquake Reported Near Meadow Lakes, Alaska
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A minor 3.7 magnitude earthquake occurred 2 km northwest of Meadow Lakes, Alaska, on March 11, 2026. The shallow tremor was reported felt by a few residents.
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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 3.7 ml was recorded on March 11, 2026, at 20:04:18 UTC. The seismic event was centered approximately 2 km northwest of Meadow Lakes, Alaska.
Location Details
The earthquake occurred at a depth of 16.2 km, which is classified as a shallow event. Shallow earthquakes (those occurring at depths less than 20 km) are typically felt more strongly than deeper ones of the same magnitude. The precise coordinates of the epicenter were 61.644°N and 149.632°W.
Impact Assessment
As of the latest report, the USGS has received 4 felt reports from the surrounding area. There is currently no tsunami advisory, watch, or warning associated with this earthquake. No specific alert level color has been issued for this event, and the maximum perceived intensity was recorded at a CDI of 2.2.
What You Should Know
Seismic events with magnitudes between 2.5 and 3.9 are categorized as minor earthquakes. These are often felt by residents but rarely result in damage to buildings or infrastructure. Aftershocks are possible following any earthquake, though they are generally smaller than the initial event.
Source
Data provided by the USGS Earthquake Hazards Program.
Original source: USGS Official Notice ↗
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