Overview
- USGS located the epicenter about 60 miles from Yakutat near the Alaska–Yukon border at a depth of roughly 10 kilometers.
- Shaking was reported from Juneau to Anchorage and into Canada’s Yukon, indicating a broad felt area.
- USGS recorded notable aftershocks at magnitudes 5.6 and 5.3, and scientists are tracking continued seismic activity.
- Authorities noted no immediate reports of injuries or significant damage as evaluations continue.
- Yakutat and the surrounding area are sparsely populated, which can limit early impact reports.