Eagle, AK – A magnitude 3.9 earthquake shook a remote section of Interior Alaska this afternoon, occurring roughly 33 kilometers north-northwest of Eagle, according to preliminary data released by the Alaska Earthquake Center.
According to the center’s report, the quake struck at 5:39 p.m. UTC on Thursday, registering a magnitude of 3.9 ml at an extremely shallow estimated depth of 0 km. The event was quickly reviewed and confirmed by seismic analysts. While no immediate damage or injuries have been reported, researchers note that shallow quakes in Interior Alaska can be widely felt when conditions are right.
The U.S. Geological Survey’s “Did You Feel It?” system had received two community intensity reports as of Thursday afternoon, with residents encouraged to continue submitting experiences to help improve seismic tracking. Shaking intensity maps showed low-level ground movement consistent with a moderate, shallow quake in a sparsely populated area.
Eagle, located in the Yukon–Koyukuk Census Area near the Canadian border, frequently experiences minor seismic activity due to tectonic stress across eastern Alaska. While Thursday’s quake did not trigger any alerts or notable impacts, officials emphasize that even moderate tremors serve as a reminder for residents to maintain earthquake readiness, including securing heavy items and reviewing emergency plans.
Seismic monitoring will continue over the next several days, with nearby activity being tracked within a 250 km search radius as part of standard post-event protocol.
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