Yakutat, Alaska – A small earthquake measuring magnitude 3.1 was recorded early Monday morning north of Yakutat, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).
According to the USGS, the earthquake occurred at approximately 6:54 a.m. Alaska time (15:54 UTC) and was centered about 93 kilometers (58 miles) north of Yakutat, a coastal community in Southeast Alaska. The quake struck at a depth of roughly 7.2 kilometers, classifying it as a shallow seismic event.
Shallow earthquakes are more likely to be felt near the epicenter, though damage is uncommon at this magnitude. As of Monday morning, there were no immediate reports of injuries, structural damage, or power outages linked to the quake. The USGS also indicated there is no tsunami threat associated with the event.
Yakutat sits near a highly active seismic zone where the Pacific Plate interacts with the North American Plate, making earthquakes relatively common in the region. Most quakes of this size are considered minor and often go unnoticed by people farther from the epicenter.
The USGS encourages residents who felt the shaking to submit a report through its “Did You Feel It?” system. These public responses help scientists better understand how earthquakes affect local communities and improve future hazard assessments.
Seismologists continue to monitor the area for any potential aftershocks, though none are expected to pose a significant risk.
Anyone living in earthquake-prone areas is reminded to review basic safety steps, including securing heavy items and knowing how to respond if stronger shaking occurs.
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