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M 3.8 earthquake - 169 km WSW of Nikolski, Alaska

USGS reports a magnitude 3.8 earthquake located 169 km WSW of Nikolski, Alaska (52.164, -171.02) at a depth of 109.9 km. Source: USGS event page.

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
2/10
Impact magnitude
2/10
Positivity
2/10
Urgency
3/10

Why it matters

This is a recorded seismic event in the Aleutian region relevant to local seismic monitoring and earthquake records. Details (magnitude, depth, and location) are important for situational awareness and cataloging seismic activity.

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