M 5.1 - 97 km N of Yakutat, Alaska

December 30, 2025 at 10:17:19 UTC

Depth: 5.00 km (Shallow)

M 5.1

Moderate

Green

PAGER Alert

No

Tsunami

3

Felt Reports

Event Details

Magnitude5.1 mww
Depth5.00 km (Shallow)
Location60.4206N, 139.5600W
Community IntensityII (Weak)
Mercalli IntensityVI (Strong)
Felt Reports (DYFI)3 people
Alert Level (PAGER)Green — No fatalities or damage expected
Tsunami WarningNo
Significance401 / 3000
StatusReviewed
Networkus
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does magnitude 5.1 mean?

A magnitude 5.1 earthquake is classified as "Moderate". Moderate earthquakes can cause damage to poorly constructed buildings.

How deep was this earthquake?

This earthquake occurred at a depth of 5.00 km, classified as "Shallow". Shallow earthquakes tend to cause more damage at the surface.

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