Minor M 3.3 Earthquake Recorded Near Fishhook, Alaska
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A minor 3.3 magnitude earthquake occurred 21 km north-northwest of Fishhook, Alaska, on March 5, 2026, at a shallow depth of 5.5 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 3.3 ml occurred on March 5, 2026, at 14:25:22 UTC. The event was centered approximately 21 km north-northwest of Fishhook, Alaska, at a shallow depth of 5.5 km.
Location Details
The seismic event was located at coordinates 61.922°N and 149.373°W. The depth of 5.5 km is classified as shallow; earthquakes occurring at depths less than 20 km are often more likely to be felt by residents near the epicenter than deeper events of the same magnitude.
Impact Assessment
According to the USGS, there were no felt reports submitted at the time of the initial report. There is no tsunami advisory, watch, or warning in effect for this event. No alert level color was assigned to this minor seismic activity.
What You Should Know
Earthquakes with magnitudes between 2.5 and 3.9 are classified as minor. While they are often felt by people in the immediate area, they rarely cause structural damage. Residents should be aware that aftershocks are a common occurrence following seismic events, though they are typically smaller than the initial quake.
Source
Information provided by the USGS Earthquake Hazards Program.
Original source: USGS Official Notice ↗
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