Earthquake 68 km W of Point Hope, Alaska (5.2 ml) (2025-03-12 17:29:44 UTC)
A 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck on 68 km W of Point Hope, Alaska, at 2025-03-12 17:29:44 UTC. Reviewed by USGS seismologists, this minor quake occurred at a magnitude type of ml and was felt in surrounding areas. Stay updated on earthquake activity in 68 km W of Point Hope, Alaska
Recommendation
Very Strong Earthquake
Very Strong Earthquake
Action
Severe shaking, potential for significant damage.
Suggestion
Indoors: Drop, Cover, and Hold On. Avoid elevators, as power outages may occur. Outdoors: Stay in the open. Be alert for aftershocks.
Magnitudo (ml)
5.2
Automatic
USGS
Summary
- Intensity: 0
- Tsunami: 0
- ID: usgs_ak02539pgcbe
Nearest Places
- Point Hope / 63.76 km
- Point Hope Light (historical) / 64.18 km
- Leeb's Whaling Station (historical) / 65.52 km
- Point Hope Aero Beacon / 65.61 km
- Point Hope Airport / 65.68 km
Comment
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