Happy Valley, AK – A small earthquake was recorded Wednesday afternoon near Happy Valley on Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula, according to seismic officials.
According to the Alaska Earthquake Center, the earthquake measured magnitude 3.0 and struck 13 kilometers (about 8 miles) west-northwest of Happy Valley at 9:04 a.m. Alaska time (18:04 UTC). The quake originated at a depth of approximately 65.7 kilometers, classifying it as a moderate-depth seismic event.
Earthquakes at this depth are typically felt less intensely at the surface compared to shallow quakes. As of Wednesday, no injuries, damage, or power disruptions have been reported in nearby communities.
The event occurred on the Kenai Peninsula, south of Anchorage, a region that regularly experiences seismic activity due to Alaska’s position along the Pacific Ring of Fire. Alaska experiences more earthquakes than any other U.S. state, with thousands detected each year—many too small or deep to be felt.
The Alaska Earthquake Center listed the event as automatically reviewed, meaning it was detected and processed through seismic monitoring systems without immediate manual revision. Officials continue to monitor the area for any aftershocks, though none had been reported within the first hours following the quake.
Residents in nearby areas who felt shaking are encouraged to submit a “Did You Feel It?” report through the Alaska Earthquake Center or U.S. Geological Survey websites. These reports help scientists better understand how earthquakes are experienced across different regions.
Emergency officials remind residents that even small earthquakes serve as an important reminder to stay prepared. Alaskans are encouraged to review emergency plans, secure heavy furniture, and maintain disaster supply kits.
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