M3.8 Earthquake 36 km NNE of False Pass, Alaska — November 2, 2025
2025-11-02 17:11:59 UTC (2025-11-02) · approx. 6:11 AM UTC-11 local
On November 2, 2025 at 17:11 UTC, a magnitude 3.8 intermediate depth earthquake struck 36 km NNE of False Pass, Alaska, at a depth of 189.1 km and coordinates 55.1750°, -163.2969°.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 3.8 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 7.6 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 252 m — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
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-163.2969°E
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How strong was the magnitude 3.8 earthquake near False Pass, Alaska?
The magnitude 3.8 earthquake that struck 36 km NNE of False Pass, Alaska on November 2, 2025 at 17:11 UTC had a depth of 189.1 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 3.8 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. For detailed guidance, see our earthquake safety guide and emergency planning resources.
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Understanding This Data
Magnitude 3.8 earthquakes are typically only recorded by instruments.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: us6000rl2g). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2025, November 2, 2025). M3.8 Earthquake 36 km NNE of False Pass, Alaska — November 2, 2025. Retrieved May 26, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us6000rl2g/