5.0-Magnitude Quake Hits Near Attu Station, Alaska

The quake struck 226 km east-southeast of the remote Alaskan outpost.

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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A 5.0-magnitude earthquake struck 226 km east-southeast of Attu Station, Alaska on Sunday at 2241 GMT, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The epicenter was located at a depth of 1 km.

Why it matters

Attu Station is a remote Alaskan outpost, so any seismic activity in the area is noteworthy, even if the magnitude is relatively low. Earthquakes in Alaska can sometimes lead to tsunami warnings, so monitoring the situation is important for public safety.

The details

The 5.0-magnitude quake struck at a depth of 1 km, with the epicenter located at 51.94 degrees north latitude and 176.17 degrees east longitude.

  • The earthquake occurred on Sunday, March 9, 2026 at 2241 GMT.

The players

U.S. Geological Survey

The U.S. Geological Survey is the scientific agency of the United States government that studies the landscape, geology, and natural resources of the country.

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The takeaway

While a 5.0-magnitude earthquake is relatively minor, any seismic activity in the remote Alaskan region of Attu Station is worth monitoring closely for potential impacts on the local area and any need for emergency response.