M3.2 Earthquake 174 km ENE of Atka, Alaska — May 18, 2026
2026-05-18 23:27:41 UTC (1 day ago) · approx. 12:27 PM UTC-11 local
On May 18, 2026 at 23:27 UTC, a magnitude 3.2 shallow crustal earthquake struck 174 km ENE of Atka, Alaska, at a depth of 10.0 km and coordinates 52.5500°, -171.7042°.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 3.2 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 951 kg of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 97 m — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
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-171.7042°E
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How strong was the magnitude 3.2 earthquake near Atka, Alaska?
The magnitude 3.2 earthquake that struck 174 km ENE of Atka, Alaska on May 18, 2026 at 23:27 UTC had a depth of 10.0 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 3.2 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 3.2 earthquakes are typically only recorded by instruments.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: us6000symw). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
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