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M 2.6 earthquake - 37 km WSW of Aleneva, Alaska
USGS reports a magnitude 2.6 earthquake located 37 km WSW of Aleneva, Alaska (57.938, -153.502) at a depth of 51 km. The event is small and was recorded by the USGS.
Categories: severe-weather-and-natural-disasters
Generated scores
Scores are based on the cited reporting and use a 1–10 scale. Read the methodology.
- Confidence
- 10/10
- Geographic reach
- 2/10
- Global importance
- 2/10
- Impact magnitude
- 2/10
- Positivity
- 1/10
- Urgency
- 2/10
Why it matters
Though too small to cause significant damage, this quake contributes to local seismic monitoring and understanding of regional tectonics; authorities and residents in the immediate area may note shaking.

