Minor M 3.0 Earthquake Recorded 121 km SE of Perryville, Alaska
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A minor magnitude 3.0 earthquake occurred early Saturday morning southeast of Perryville, Alaska, at a shallow depth of 4.2 kilometers.
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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 3.0 ml was recorded southeast of Perryville, Alaska. The seismic event occurred on March 14, 2026, at 08:57:25 UTC (approximately 12:57 AM local time). The earthquake originated at a shallow depth of 4.2 kilometers.
Location Details
The epicenter was located at coordinates 55.194°N and 157.698°W, approximately 121 kilometers southeast of Perryville. The depth of 4.2 kilometers is categorized as shallow; earthquakes occurring at depths of less than 20 kilometers are typically more noticeable to those nearby, though this event occurred offshore in the Gulf of Alaska region.
Impact Assessment
According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), there was no tsunami advisory, watch, or warning issued in connection with this event. There are currently no felt reports associated with this earthquake, and no alert level color has been assigned. Given the magnitude and location, no damage or injuries are anticipated.
What You Should Know
Earthquakes with magnitudes between 2.5 and 3.9 are classified as "minor." These events are routine geological occurrences in seismically active areas like Alaska. While they are often felt by people near the epicenter, they rarely cause damage. Residents are reminded that aftershocks are a possibility following any seismic activity, though they are generally smaller than the original event.
Source
Data provided by the USGS Earthquake Hazards Program.
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