Minor M 3.0 Earthquake Recorded Near Chistochina, Alaska
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A minor 3.0 magnitude earthquake occurred 29 km NNW of Chistochina, Alaska, at a shallow depth of 5 kilometers on Friday evening.
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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 occurred on February 14, 2026, at 03:28:07 UTC (local time: February 13, 2026, at 6:28 PM AKST). The seismic event was recorded at a shallow depth of 5 kilometers.
Location Details
The earthquake was centered at coordinates 62.812°N, 144.914°W, approximately 29 km (18 miles) north-northwest of Chistochina, Alaska. The depth of 5 km is classified as shallow. Earthquakes occurring at depths of less than 20 km are typically more likely to be felt by residents in the immediate vicinity, though the impact is limited by the magnitude.
Impact Assessment
According to the USGS, there have been no felt reports submitted for this event at this time. There is no tsunami advisory, watch, or warning in effect. No specific alert level color has been assigned to this routine seismic activity.
What You Should Know
Earthquakes with magnitudes between 2.5 and 3.9 are classified as minor. While they are often felt, they rarely cause damage to structures. Residents are reminded that aftershocks are a common occurrence following seismic activity. In the event of shaking, safety officials recommend the "Drop, Cover, and Hold On" protocol.
Source
Information provided by the USGS Earthquake Hazards Program.
Original source: USGS Official Notice ↗
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