5.5Moderate

M 5.5 - 92 km S of Nikolski, Alaska

92 km S of Nikolski, Alaska

March 6, 2026 at 4:25 AM UTC

Alaska Earthquakes

Seismic Data

Magnitude
M5.5
Moderate
Depth
17.0 km
below surface
Coordinates
52.1060ยฐN, 168.9557ยฐW
epicenter
Felt Reports
1
DYFI responses
Max Intensity (CDI)
2.0
Community Internet Intensity
Shakemap MMI
3.5
Modified Mercalli Intensity

About This Earthquake

This was a moderate earthquake registering M5.5 on the moment magnitude scale. It struck at 92 km S of Nikolski, Alaska at a depth of 17.0 km below the surface.

1 people submitted felt reports to the USGS Did You Feel It? system, indicating the earthquake was perceptible across a significant area.

The earthquake occurred on March 6, 2026 at 4:25 AM UTC. View the full USGS event page for detailed waveform data, station information, and ShakeMap products: USGS Event us7000s2bn.

Frequently Asked Questions

How strong was the 92 km S of Nikolski, Alaska earthquake?

This was a moderate earthquake with a magnitude of 5.5. Earthquakes of this magnitude can cause minor to moderate damage.

Where was the 92 km S of Nikolski, Alaska earthquake felt?

The earthquake occurred at 92 km S of Nikolski, Alaska at a depth of 17.0 km. A total of 1 people submitted felt reports. This event occurred in or near Alaska.

M5.5 Moderate Earthquake - 92 km S of Nikolski, Alaska | USGS