M 4.2 - 294 km E of Attu Station, Alaska

March 2, 2026 at 10:08:08 UTC

Depth: 9.97 km (Shallow)

M 4.2

Light

N/A

PAGER Alert

No

Tsunami

N/A

Felt Reports

Event Details

Magnitude4.2 mb
Depth9.97 km (Shallow)
Location52.5172N, 177.5031E
Mercalli IntensityII (Weak)
Tsunami WarningNo
Significance271 / 3000
StatusReviewed
Networkus
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does magnitude 4.2 mean?

A magnitude 4.2 earthquake is classified as "Light". Light earthquakes produce noticeable shaking but rarely cause damage.

How deep was this earthquake?

This earthquake occurred at a depth of 9.97 km, classified as "Shallow". Shallow earthquakes tend to cause more damage at the surface.

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