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M 2.9 earthquake - 60 km ENE of Ouzinkie, Alaska

USGS reports a magnitude 2.9 earthquake located 60 km ENE of Ouzinkie, Alaska (58.156, -151.577) at a depth of 14.5 km. Report published 2026-09-18T04:51:10.383Z.

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
9/10
Geographic reach
2/10
Global importance
3/10
Impact magnitude
2/10
Positivity
1/10
Urgency
4/10

Why it matters

This is a confirmed seismic event from USGS. A magnitude 2.9 earthquake is small and unlikely to cause damage, but it is relevant for local situational awareness and for ongoing seismic monitoring.

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