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Recent earthquakes in Alaska

Earthquakes in and near Alaska from the USGS. Updated every minute.

Last 24 hours 7Earthquakes M2.5 and above
Largest M3.5 88 km SSE of King Cove, AK
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Felt reports 1 Most for the M3.3 10 km ESE of Nikiski, AK
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Under 3 3 – 4 4 and above
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Earthquakes per day · last 30 days

M2.5+ · Alaska
Oct 15Oct 30Today
Average 9.0 a day. The busiest day was Nov 11 with 13, most of them in Alaska. Counts start on Nov 8, when the website’s earthquake data begins.

By region · 24 hours

Alaska 7 Nevada 2 Puerto Rico 2 Texas 1
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Safety

What to do during an earthquake

01 · DROPGet down on your hands and knees before the shaking knocks you down.
02 · COVERCover your head and neck. Get under a sturdy table or desk if one is close.
03 · HOLD ONHold on until the shaking stops. Be ready for aftershocks.

Outdoors, move away from buildings, trees and power lines. In a car, pull over, stop and stay inside. After the shaking, check for gas leaks and injuries.

Earthquake questions

How many earthquakes has Alaska had recently?

The USGS recorded 58 earthquakes of magnitude 2.5 or more in Alaska in the last 30 days. The largest was M4.7 103 km W of Attu Station, AK on Nov 9.

When was the last earthquake in Alaska?

The most recent was a magnitude 2.2 earthquake 74 km WNW of Petersville, AK, 42 min ago.

What magnitude earthquake can you feel?

Quakes under about M2.5 are rarely felt. From M2.5 to M5 they are often felt but cause little damage. Damage becomes more likely from about M5.5, depending on depth and distance.

Why does Oklahoma have so many earthquakes?

The USGS links most of Oklahoma’s recent earthquakes to wastewater from oil and gas production being injected deep underground.

Can earthquakes be predicted?

No. Scientists can estimate the chance of a quake in an area over years, but not the day or hour.

How fast is this list updated?

Every minute, from the USGS real-time feed.