Earthquake 12 km E of Sterling, Alaska (1.6 ml) (2025-05-02 23:14:55 UTC)

1746227695

60.5389, -150.5436

13.80 KM

A 1.6 magnitude earthquake struck on 12 km E of Sterling, Alaska, at 2025-05-02 23:14:55 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 12 km E of Sterling, Alaska

Recommendation
Minor Earthquake

Action

No need for significant action. These tremors are typically imperceptible or barely felt.

Suggestion

Remain calm and observe. These are often harmless and not a cause for concern.

Earthquake 12 km E of Sterling, Alaska (1.6 ml) (2025-05-02 23:14:55 UTC)

Magnitudo (ml)

1.6

Automatic
USGS

Summary

Intensity: 0
Tsunami: 0
ID: usgs_ak0255m5cfgq

Nearest Places

Lily Lake / 2.12 km
Bottenintnin Lake / 2.79 km
Breeden Airport / 3.1 km
Afonasi Lake / 3.18 km
Imeri Lake / 3.54 km

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