Denali National Park, AK – A magnitude 4.0 earthquake struck central Alaska early Wednesday morning, shaking areas south-southeast of Denali National Park but causing no immediate reports of damage or injuries.
According to the Alaska Earthquake Center, the quake occurred at 5:03 a.m. Alaska time Wednesday (14:03 UTC) and was centered approximately 47 kilometers (29 miles) south-southeast of Denali National Park. The earthquake was recorded at a shallow depth of about 5 kilometers, a factor that can increase the likelihood of being felt near the epicenter.
Seismologists classified the event as automatic review status, meaning additional analysis may refine details such as magnitude or location. Initial data measured the quake at magnitude 4.0, considered light to moderate on the seismic scale.
While earthquakes of this size are common in Alaska, the most seismically active state in the U.S., shallow quakes near populated or recreational areas often draw attention from residents, park workers, and travelers. Portions of Interior Alaska, including remote communities and park infrastructure near Denali, may have experienced brief shaking.
The Alaska Earthquake Center is encouraging anyone who felt the quake to submit a “Did You Feel It?” report, which helps scientists better understand how widely the shaking was experienced and whether localized impacts occurred.
No tsunami threat was issued, and there were no immediate disruptions reported to transportation, utilities, or park operations as of Tuesday morning.
Alaska experiences thousands of earthquakes each year, most too small to notice. However, officials continue to monitor seismic activity closely across the region.
Residents are reminded to stay prepared by reviewing earthquake safety plans and securing heavy items in homes and workplaces.
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