5.0Moderate
M 5.0 - 89 km SSW of Atka, Alaska
89 km SSW of Atka, Alaska
February 27, 2026 at 2:17 PM UTC
Alaska EarthquakesSeismic Data
Magnitude
M5.0
Moderate
Depth
34.1 km
below surface
Coordinates
51.5045ยฐN, 174.8703ยฐW
epicenter
Shakemap MMI
3.2
Modified Mercalli Intensity
About This Earthquake
This was a moderate earthquake registering M5.0 on the moment magnitude scale. It struck at 89 km SSW of Atka, Alaska at a depth of 34.1 km below the surface.
The earthquake occurred on February 27, 2026 at 2:17 PM UTC. View the full USGS event page for detailed waveform data, station information, and ShakeMap products: USGS Event us7000s0nl.
Frequently Asked Questions
How strong was the 89 km SSW of Atka, Alaska earthquake?
This was a moderate earthquake with a magnitude of 5.0. Earthquakes of this magnitude can cause minor to moderate damage.
Where was the 89 km SSW of Atka, Alaska earthquake felt?
The earthquake occurred at 89 km SSW of Atka, Alaska at a depth of 34.1 km. This event occurred in or near Alaska.