M3.0 Earthquake 32 km NW of Ivanof Bay, Alaska — July 12, 2026
2026-07-12 11:24:48 UTC (1 hour ago) · approx. 12:24 AM UTC-11 local
On July 12, 2026 at 11:24 UTC, a magnitude 3.0 intermediate depth earthquake struck 32 km NW of Ivanof Bay, Alaska, at a depth of 197.0 km and coordinates 56.1340°, -159.8050°.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 3.0 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 477 kg of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 71 m — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
Earthquake Details
-159.8050°E
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How strong was the magnitude 3.0 earthquake near Ivanof Bay, Alaska?
The magnitude 3.0 earthquake that struck 32 km NW of Ivanof Bay, Alaska on July 12, 2026 at 11:24 UTC had a depth of 197.0 km. For context, this was a minor earthquake typically detected only by instruments.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 3.0 earthquakes can continue for several days and gradually diminish over time.
What should I do after an earthquake?
If you were in the affected area: check yourself and others for injuries, inspect your home for damage, and be prepared for aftershocks.
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Understanding This Data
Magnitude 3.0 earthquakes are typically only recorded by instruments.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: aka2026nrnayk). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
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