Minor M 3.5 Earthquake Recorded Near Egegik, Alaska

What Happened

A minor magnitude 3.5 ml earthquake occurred on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at 13:52 UTC (04:52 AM local time). The seismic event was recorded at a depth of 169.3 kilometers.

Location Details

The earthquake was centered approximately 48 kilometers southeast of Egegik, Alaska, at coordinates 57.881°N and 156.844°W. With a recorded depth of 169.3 km, this event is classified as a deep earthquake (greater than 70 km). Deep earthquakes are generally less likely to cause significant shaking or damage at the surface compared to shallow events.

Impact Assessment

According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), there was no tsunami advisory, watch, or threat issued in connection with this event. No felt reports were submitted to the USGS at the time of the report, and no alert level color was assigned. The earthquake is currently in an automatic status.

What You Should Know

Earthquakes with magnitudes between 2.5 and 3.9 are considered minor. While they are often felt by people near the epicenter, they rarely cause damage to buildings or infrastructure. Residents in seismic zones should be aware that aftershocks are a routine possibility following any earthquake, though the depth of this specific event may limit the number of felt aftershocks.

Source

Data and attribution provided by the USGS Earthquake Hazards Program.