M 5.3 - 229 km ESE of Attu Station, Alaska

Name: M 5.3 - 229 km ESE of Attu Station, Alaska
Start: 2026-03-02T23:46:49+00:00
Location: 229 km ESE of Attu Station, Alaska

March 2, 2026 at 23:46:49 UTC

Depth: 10.00 km (Shallow)

M 5.3

Moderate

N/A

PAGER Alert

Yes

Tsunami

N/A

Felt Reports

Event Details

Magnitude	5.3 mww
Depth	10.00 km (Shallow)
Location	52.2844N, 176.4383E
Mercalli Intensity	IV (Light)
Tsunami Warning	Yes
Significance	432 / 3000
Status	Reviewed
Network	us
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does magnitude 5.3 mean?

A magnitude 5.3 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 10.00 km, classified as "Shallow". Shallow earthquakes tend to cause more damage at the surface.

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