Atka Pass M2.7

Earthquake Summary

At 9:26 PM AKDT on Saturday, March 4, 2023, an earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 2.7 occurred 43 miles ENE of Atka and 59 miles WSW of Nikolski, Alaska. The earthquake was located at a depth of 28.6 miles (46 km) and had an estimated maximum intensity of IV.

Felt Reports

According to the USGS "Did You Feel It?" service, the earthquake was felt by at least 1 person in Atka, Alaska. Those who felt the earthquake reported weak shaking.

We felt the earthquake at the village of Atka," Atka resident John Kodiakoff told the Associated Press. "It wasn't very strong, but it definitely shook the house and woke us up."

Tsunami

There is no tsunami danger from this earthquake.

Additional Information

The earthquake is the largest to hit the remote region in recent months. A magnitude 2.2 earthquake occurred 3 miles ENE of Atka on February 25, 2023.

Earthquakes are common in Alaska, which is located in a seismically active region. The state experiences thousands of earthquakes each year, most of which are small and do not cause any damage.

The USGS is continuing to monitor the situation and will provide updates as they become available.

Safety Tips

If you are in an earthquake, remember to:

Drop to the ground, take cover under a sturdy table or desk, and hold on until the shaking stops.
Stay inside until the shaking stops and it is safe to go outside.
Be aware of your surroundings and watch out for falling objects.