Nikolski, AK – A magnitude 4.4 earthquake struck 84 kilometers southwest of Nikolski, Alaska, Monday afternoon, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
According to the USGS, the earthquake occurred at 20:01:39 UTC on February 23, 2026, which corresponds to late Monday morning local Alaska time. The quake was recorded at a depth of 10 kilometers (6.2 miles), a relatively shallow depth that can sometimes increase the likelihood of light shaking near the epicenter.
The epicenter was located in the Aleutian Islands region, southwest of Nikolski, a small community in the Aleutians West Census Area. The area sits within a seismically active zone along the Pacific Ring of Fire, where earthquakes are common due to tectonic plate movement.
As of Monday, there were no immediate reports of injuries or significant damage. The USGS classified the event as reviewed, indicating seismologists have confirmed the magnitude and location.
Earthquakes of this magnitude are generally considered light to moderate and can be felt near the source but rarely cause structural damage. However, impacts can vary depending on depth, location, and local building conditions.
Residents in the Aleutians and surrounding southwest Alaska communities are encouraged to report shaking through the USGS “Did You Feel It?” system to assist in refining intensity maps.
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