Yakutat, Alaska – A pair of small earthquakes rattled remote areas north of Yakutat early Tuesday, striking within less than an hour of each other, according to federal seismologists.
According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), the first earthquake occurred at 6:54 a.m. local time Tuesday, registering a magnitude 3.1 approximately 93 kilometers (58 miles) north of Yakutat. The quake originated at a depth of 7.2 kilometers, classifying it as shallow.
Less than 40 minutes later, a second magnitude 3.1 earthquake was recorded at 7:31 a.m. local time, centered about 110 kilometers (68 miles) north-northwest of Yakutat, USGS data shows. That quake occurred at a depth of 8.5 kilometers.
No injuries or structural damage have been reported from either earthquake, and officials confirmed there is no tsunami threat associated with the events.
The Yakutat area lies within one of Alaska’s most seismically active zones, where the Pacific Plate interacts with the North American Plate. Small to moderate earthquakes are common in the region and often go unnoticed, especially when they occur far from populated communities.
As of Tuesday morning, the USGS “Did You Feel It?” reporting system showed no confirmed public reports, suggesting the shaking was weak or not widely felt.
Seismologists say aftershocks are possible following clustered seismic events, though they are typically minor and pose little risk to the public.
Residents across southern Alaska are reminded to stay prepared by securing heavy objects, knowing emergency procedures, and following the recommended “Drop, Cover, and Hold On” guidance should stronger shaking occur.
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