M 4.2 Earthquake Occurs 297 km SW of Yakutat, Alaska
A magnitude 4.2 earthquake struck 297 km southwest of Yakutat, Alaska, at a depth of 10 km, with no tsunami advisory issued.
What Happened
A magnitude 4.2 earthquake, specifically an M 4.2 mb, occurred on June 28, 2026, at 14:45:01 UTC (converted from Unix timestamp 1775729101304). The event took place at a depth of 10 km and was located 297 km SW of Yakutat, Alaska.
Location Details
The earthquake was centered at coordinates latitude 57.4443 and longitude -142.8856, approximately 297 km southwest of Yakutat, Alaska. At a depth of 10 km, this is considered a shallow earthquake, which typically means it occurs in the upper crust and may be felt more strongly near the epicenter compared to deeper events.
Impact Assessment
There were no felt reports available for this event. No tsunami advisory was issued, as indicated by the data, and there was no alert level specified.
What You Should Know
This light earthquake, with a magnitude of 4.2, may cause noticeable shaking but rarely results in significant damage. It is possible for aftershocks to occur following such events, and general safety tips include staying informed through official channels and preparing an emergency plan if you are in a seismic-prone area.
Source
This information is sourced from the USGS. For more details, visit: https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/us6000snn9
Source: USGS Official Notice