Kasilof, Alaska – A 4.2-magnitude earthquake struck about 30 kilometers east-southeast of Kasilof early Monday morning, briefly shaking homes along Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula. The Alaska Earthquake Center reported the quake hit at 2:52 a.m. local time at a depth of roughly 46 kilometers.
According to the U.S. Geological Survey, light shaking was felt in nearby communities including Soldotna, Kenai, and Homer. No damage or injuries were reported, and automatic assessments rated both economic and fatality risks at “green,” indicating minimal impact.
The Kasilof event followed a series of smaller tremors across southern and western Alaska within the past 24 hours. These included a 3.4-magnitude quake near Perryville, a 2.7 near Pedro Bay, and a 2.6 east of Egegik. All were classified as minor and typical for the seismically active region surrounding the Aleutian Arc.
Emergency officials reminded residents to review earthquake safety plans and secure heavy household items, especially given the uptick in regional seismicity.
The Alaska Earthquake Center continues to monitor activity near Cook Inlet, where minor aftershocks may continue into early Tuesday.
