M 7.9 - Rat Islands, Aleutian Islands, Alaska
June 23, 2014 at 20:53:09 UTC
Depth: 109.00 km (Intermediate)
Key Takeaway
This major earthquake (M7.9) occurred 11 years ago near Rat Islands, Aleutian Islands, Alaska, at a depth of 109.00 km (intermediate). It was felt by 5 people. A tsunami warning was issued for this event.
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Event Details
| Magnitude | 7.9 mww |
| Depth | 109.00 km (Intermediate) |
| Location | 51.8486N, 178.7352E |
| Community Intensity | V (Moderate) |
| Mercalli Intensity | VIII (Severe) |
| Felt Reports (DYFI) | 5 people |
| Alert Level (PAGER) | Green — No fatalities or damage expected |
| Tsunami Warning | Yes |
| Significance | 963 / 3000 |
| Status | Reviewed |
| Network | us |
| USGS Event Page | View on USGS → |
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the magnitude of this earthquake?
This earthquake had a magnitude of 7.9, classified as "Major". Major earthquakes can cause serious damage over large areas.
How deep was this earthquake?
This earthquake occurred at a depth of 109.00 km, classified as "Intermediate". Intermediate-depth earthquakes are felt over a wider area but typically cause less surface damage than shallow events of the same magnitude.
Where exactly did this earthquake occur?
This earthquake occurred near Rat Islands, Aleutian Islands, Alaska, at coordinates 51.8486N, 178.7352E. The location is determined by analyzing seismic wave arrival times at multiple monitoring stations.
Were there aftershocks associated with this event?
Aftershock data for this specific event can be explored by viewing nearby recent earthquakes listed below on this page. Aftershocks are smaller earthquakes that occur in the same area following a larger event, and they can continue for days, weeks, or even months depending on the original earthquake's magnitude.
What does the magnitude of this earthquake mean in practical terms?
A magnitude 7.9 earthquake is classified as "Major" — these can cause serious damage to buildings and infrastructure across a wide area, especially near the epicenter.
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