Karluk, Alaska – A magnitude 3.8 earthquake was recorded early Saturday morning north of Karluk, according to seismic data, prompting monitoring but no immediate reports of damage.
According to the Alaska Earthquake Center, the quake struck at 11:16 p.m. Alaska time Friday (20:16 UTC Saturday), with its epicenter located approximately 98 kilometers (61 miles) north of Karluk on Kodiak Island. The earthquake occurred at a shallow depth of about 3.1 kilometers, which can increase the likelihood of being felt near the epicenter.
Preliminary data lists the event with a Modified Mercalli Intensity of IV, indicating light shaking that may be noticeable indoors, especially at night, but typically causes little to no structural damage. As of Saturday morning, no injuries or damage have been reported in Karluk or nearby communities.
The Alaska Earthquake Center categorized the event as automatic, meaning the data was generated by seismic instruments and subject to review. Residents in the region are encouraged to submit firsthand experiences through the Center’s “Did You Feel It?” reporting system, which helps scientists refine intensity estimates.
Kodiak Island and surrounding regions are among the most seismically active areas in the United States due to tectonic plate boundaries beneath southern Alaska. Small to moderate earthquakes are common and often serve as reminders of the region’s ongoing seismic activity.
Emergency officials have not issued any tsunami warnings or advisories related to this earthquake.
Residents who felt shaking are advised to remain aware of aftershocks, though none have been reported as of this update.
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