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M 5 earthquake - 81 km S of Sand Point, Alaska

Reported by USGS M2.5+ Earthquakes, Past Day

A magnitude-5 earthquake was reported 81 km south of Sand Point, Alaska. The report lists a depth of 35 km, community-reported intensity CDI 2, and one felt report.

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  • Affected location: 81 km south of Sand Point, Alaska
  • Magnitude 5
  • Depth 35 km
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The report documents an earthquake and one felt report, with no further impacts stated.

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Confidence
7/10
Geographic reach
1/10
Global importance
3/10
Impact magnitude
4/10
Urgency
5/10

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