M3.50 Earthquake – 21 km NE of Sterling, Alaska

23 August 2026, 05:06 UTC · 1 hour ago · Data: USGS

A magnitude 3.50 earthquake struck 21 km NE of Sterling, Alaska on 23 August 2026, 05:06 UTC, at a depth of 49.7 km. This was a minor earthquake that may be felt close to the epicentre.

Magnitude
3.50 (ml)
Location
21 km NE of Sterling, Alaska
Date & time
23 August 2026, 05:06 UTC
Coordinates
60.6820, -150.5100
Depth
49.70 km
Felt reports
20 (USGS "Did You Feel It?")
Region
Worldwide
Source
USGS event page

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