Yakutat, AK – A magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck near Hubbard Glacier, Alaska, on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at 11:41 a.m. local time (20:41 UTC), according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).
The quake, located about 70 miles north of Yakutat, occurred at a depth of 10 kilometers and was followed by a flurry of aftershocks—more than two dozen within hours. Several of these measured between magnitude 4.0 and 5.1, with shaking felt across parts of southeast Alaska and coastal British Columbia.
USGS data indicates the event generated intense ground shaking (Intensity VIII) near the epicenter, though early assessments classify the economic and fatality risk as “green” (low). No major damage or injuries have been reported as of Saturday evening.
A tsunami advisory was not issued, as the quake’s inland location limited coastal wave potential. However, scientists caution that aftershocks may continue for several days, with a 22% chance of another quake above magnitude 6.0 this week.
The Alaska Earthquake Center and USGS are closely monitoring activity in the region as the seismic sequence unfolds. Residents in the Yakutat and Hubbard Glacier areas are encouraged to remain alert and review earthquake safety plans.
