Minor M 3.7 Earthquake Recorded Near Pleasant Valley, Alaska
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A shallow magnitude 3.7 earthquake was reported 27 kilometers northeast of Pleasant Valley, Alaska, on Saturday afternoon.
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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 3.7 ml occurred on February 14, 2026, at 2:48 PM local time (23:48:55 UTC). The seismic event was recorded at a very shallow depth of 4.9 kilometers.
Location Details
The epicenter was situated approximately 27 kilometers (16.7 miles) northeast of Pleasant Valley, Alaska. The geographic coordinates for the event are 65.022°N latitude and 146.398°W longitude. With a depth of 4.9 km, this is classified as a shallow earthquake. Shallow earthquakes (those occurring at depths less than 20 km) are typically felt more strongly by residents near the epicenter than deeper seismic events.
Impact Assessment
According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), 32 individuals have submitted "Did You Feel It?" reports regarding this event. The earthquake reached a maximum perceived intensity of 3.841 on the Modified Mercalli Intensity scale. There is no tsunami advisory, watch, or warning in effect. No damage or injuries have been reported in connection with this routine seismic activity.
What You Should Know
Earthquakes with magnitudes between 2.5 and 3.9 are considered minor. While they are frequently felt by people in the vicinity, they rarely cause structural damage. Residents in the region should be aware that aftershocks are a common occurrence following such events. During any seismic activity, safety officials recommend that you "Drop, Cover, and Hold On."
Source
Information provided by the USGS Earthquake Hazards Program.
Original source: USGS Official Notice ↗
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