Minor M 3.0 Earthquake Strikes 115 km SSE of Akhiok, Alaska
A minor 3.0 magnitude earthquake was recorded at a shallow depth of 5 km near Akhiok, Alaska, on March 11, 2026. No damage or tsunami threats have been reported.
What Happened
A minor earthquake measuring magnitude 3.0 ml occurred 115 km SSE of Akhiok, Alaska. The seismic event was recorded on March 11, 2026, at 03:34:31 UTC (March 10, 2026, at 7:34 PM local time). The earthquake originated at a shallow depth of 5 km.
Location Details
The earthquake’s epicenter was located at coordinates 56.03°N, 153.274°W. This position is approximately 115 kilometers south-southeast of Akhiok, Alaska. The depth of 5 km is categorized as shallow (less than 20 km); shallow earthquakes are typically felt more distinctly than deeper events, though the magnitude of this specific event remains low.
Impact Assessment
At this time, there have been no felt reports submitted to the USGS regarding this event. There is no tsunami advisory, watch, or warning in effect (tsunami status: 0). No specific alert level color has been assigned, and the event status is currently listed as automatic.
What You Should Know
Earthquakes with magnitudes between 2.5 and 3.9 are classified as minor. While these events are frequently felt by people near the epicenter, they rarely cause structural damage. Residents in the region should be aware that minor aftershocks are a routine possibility following seismic activity.
Source
Data and attribution provided by the USGS Earthquake Hazards Program.
Source: USGS Official Notice