Minor M 3.0 Earthquake Strikes 75 km ESE of Nikolski, Alaska
A minor 3.0 magnitude earthquake was recorded 75 km east-southeast of Nikolski, Alaska, on March 11, 2026, at an intermediate depth of 30.4 km.
What Happened
A minor earthquake with a magnitude of 3.0 ml occurred on March 11, 2026, at 13:36:09 UTC. The seismic event was recorded at a depth of 30.4 km.
Location Details
The epicenter was located at coordinates 52.781°N, 167.776°W, approximately 75 km east-southeast of Nikolski, Alaska. The earthquake occurred at a depth of 30.4 km, which is categorized as an intermediate depth (between 20 and 70 km).
Impact Assessment
At this time, there are no felt reports associated with this event. No tsunami advisory, watch, or warning has been issued (tsunami status: 0). There is no alert level color assigned to this event, indicating routine seismic activity for the region.
What You Should Know
Earthquakes with magnitudes between 2.5 and 3.9 are considered minor. While these events are often felt by residents near the epicenter, they rarely cause damage to buildings or infrastructure. Residents should remain aware that aftershocks are possible following any seismic event.
Source
Information provided by the USGS.
Source: USGS Official Notice