M3.40 Earthquake – 78 km S of Kaktovik, Alaska

2 September 2026, 05:40 UTC · 1 hour ago · Data: USGS

A magnitude 3.40 earthquake struck 78 km S of Kaktovik, Alaska on 2 September 2026, 05:40 UTC, at a depth of 0.7 km. This was a minor earthquake that may be felt close to the epicentre.

Magnitude
3.40 (ml)
Location
78 km S of Kaktovik, Alaska
Date & time
2 September 2026, 05:40 UTC
Coordinates
69.4340, -143.7810
Depth
0.70 km
Region
Worldwide
Source
USGS event page

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