M 3.6 Earthquake Recorded 92 km SSE of Sand Point, Alaska
A minor magnitude 3.6 earthquake occurred south-southeast of Sand Point, Alaska, on March 19, 2026. The seismic event was located at a shallow depth of 5 kilometers.
What Happened
A minor earthquake with a magnitude of 3.6 ml was recorded on March 19, 2026, at 12:32 UTC. The seismic event occurred approximately 92 km SSE of Sand Point, Alaska.
Location Details
The earthquake was centered at coordinates 54.582°N, 159.898°W. It originated at a depth of 5 km. This is classified as a shallow earthquake; shallow events (those occurring at depths less than 20 km) are generally more noticeable to those on the surface than deeper seismic activity of the same magnitude.
Impact Assessment
There is currently no tsunami advisory, watch, or warning in effect following this event. No felt reports have been submitted to the USGS at this time. The event registered a maximum modified Mercalli intensity of 2.009.
What You Should Know
This event is categorized as a minor earthquake. Earthquakes with magnitudes between 2.5 and 3.9 are frequently felt by residents but rarely result in damage to buildings or infrastructure. As with any seismic event, minor aftershocks are possible.
Source
Data provided by the USGS.
Source: USGS Official Notice