Alaska is by far the most seismically active US state, sitting on the Aleutian subduction zone where great M8-9 earthquakes occur. The map above shows live earthquakes and recent activity in Alaska - today, yesterday, this week and the last 30 days - including magnitude, depth and timing. Data is sourced from USGS and regional seismic networks and updates automatically. For instant earthquake alerts in Alaska, the free QuakeMate earthquake alert app sends real-time push notifications with custom magnitude and distance rules.
Latest earthquakes in Alaska
Show the full list of 103 recent earthquakes
- 3.9SOUTHERN ALASKA1 hour ago · 11/08/2026, 22:26:54 · 147 km deep
- 3.4KODIAK ISLAND REGION, ALASKA9 hours ago · 11/08/2026, 14:28:14 · 41 km deep
- 4.498 km SSE of Sand Point, Alaska14 hours ago · 11/08/2026, 09:36:41 · 34 km deep
- 4.699 km SSE of Sand Point, Alaska14 hours ago · 11/08/2026, 08:49:24 · 37 km deep
- 2.4CENTRAL ALASKA19 hours ago · 11/08/2026, 04:10:56 · 133 km deep
- 2.3SOUTHERN ALASKA1 day ago · 10/08/2026, 06:59:03 · 111 km deep
- 3.4NORTHERN ALASKA1 day ago · 10/08/2026, 05:16:14 · 5 km deep
- 3.0SOUTHERN ALASKA2 days ago · 09/08/2026, 22:57:31 · 4 km deep
- 2.4NORTHERN ALASKA2 days ago · 09/08/2026, 15:45:36 · 10 km deep
- 3.0NORTHERN ALASKA2 days ago · 09/08/2026, 10:37:46 · 6 km deep
- 3.3CENTRAL ALASKA2 days ago · 09/08/2026, 09:53:46 · 5 km deep
- 2.9ALASKA PENINSULA2 days ago · 09/08/2026, 06:03:53 · 10 km deep
- 3.9ALASKA PENINSULA2 days ago · 09/08/2026, 01:57:04 · 13 km deep
- 2.6CENTRAL ALASKA3 days ago · 08/08/2026, 18:51:48 · 1 km deep
- 3.2SOUTHERN ALASKA3 days ago · 08/08/2026, 18:01:52 · 130 km deep
- 3.5SOUTH OF ALASKA3 days ago · 08/08/2026, 13:00:13 · 35 km deep
- 3.4CENTRAL ALASKA3 days ago · 08/08/2026, 07:01:48 · 1 km deep
- 3.2CENTRAL ALASKA3 days ago · 08/08/2026, 04:56:35 · 0 km deep
- 5.657 km WNW of Skwentna, Alaska3 days ago · 08/08/2026, 04:50:33 · 10 km deep
- 2.3SOUTHERN ALASKA5 days ago · 06/08/2026, 19:44:26 · 128 km deep
- 3.8SOUTHERN ALASKA5 days ago · 06/08/2026, 09:38:57 · 103 km deep
- 2.9CENTRAL ALASKA5 days ago · 06/08/2026, 06:35:05 · 11 km deep
- 3.1KENAI PENINSULA, ALASKA5 days ago · 06/08/2026, 05:41:36 · 47 km deep
- 2.5SOUTH OF ALASKA5 days ago · 06/08/2026, 04:23:26 · 10 km deep
- 3.9SOUTH OF ALASKA5 days ago · 06/08/2026, 04:12:07 · 27 km deep
- 3.6CENTRAL ALASKA6 days ago · 05/08/2026, 08:55:20 · 10 km deep
- 3.3CENTRAL ALASKA1 week ago · 04/08/2026, 09:45:40 · 58 km deep
- 2.8NORTHERN ALASKA1 week ago · 04/08/2026, 01:32:35 · 5 km deep
- 3.0SOUTH OF ALASKA1 week ago · 03/08/2026, 23:55:45 · 5 km deep
- 2.8KENAI PENINSULA, ALASKA1 week ago · 03/08/2026, 22:26:35 · 34 km deep
Did people in Alaska feel recent earthquakes?
These recent earthquakes in Alaska were felt by people nearby - see how many reported feeling each one.
- 4.699 km SSE of Sand Point, Alaska14 hours ago1 felt report
- 5.493 km SE of False Pass, Alaska4 weeks ago3 felt reports
- 4.393 km SE of False Pass, Alaska4 weeks ago2 felt reports
- 5.2106 km SSE of False Pass, Alaska4 weeks ago2 felt reports
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Earthquakes in Alaska: in the news

Scientists find thousands of earthquakes in a perfectly straight line in Alaska, revealing a hidden 'microplate'
The discovery of a hidden microplate in Alaska helps understand earthquake and volcanic activity risks in the region.
News intelligence by PagePod, matched to recent seismic activity in this area. QuakeMate is not responsible for external content.
Earthquakes in Alaska: frequently asked questions
Were there any earthquakes in Alaska today?
Yes - 5 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Alaska in the last 24 hours, the most recent a magnitude 3.9 near SOUTHERN ALASKA. See the live map above for today's activity.
How many earthquakes were there in Alaska yesterday?
2 earthquakes were recorded in or near Alaska in the 24 hours before today, based on USGS and regional seismic networks.
How many earthquakes have there been in Alaska this week (last 7 days)?
26 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Alaska in the last 7 days, according to USGS data tracked by QuakeMate.
How many earthquakes have there been in Alaska in the last 30 days?
103 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Alaska in the last 30 days. The largest was magnitude 5.4.
Does Alaska get earthquakes?
Yes. 103 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Alaska in the last 30 days. Alaska is by far the most seismically active US state, sitting on the Aleutian subduction zone where great M8-9 earthquakes occur.
What was the most recent earthquake in Alaska?
The most recent earthquake in Alaska was a magnitude 3.9 event near SOUTHERN ALASKA at a depth of 147 km.
Has there been a big earthquake in Alaska recently?
The strongest recent earthquake in or near Alaska was magnitude 5.4 near ALASKA PENINSULA. That is a moderate earthquake that can be widely felt. See the live map and full list above.
Where can I see a USGS earthquake map for Alaska?
QuakeMate plots USGS and regional earthquake data for Alaska on the interactive map above, updated automatically. Each event shows magnitude, depth, location and time and links to a permalink page.
Is there an earthquake alert app for Alaska?
Yes. QuakeMate is a free iOS app that sends real-time earthquake alerts for Alaska, with custom magnitude and distance rules so you are notified the moment a quake strikes near you. Download it at quakemate.app/download.
More on how earthquakes work? Read the earthquake Q&A →
Get earthquake alerts for Alaska
QuakeMate sends real-time alerts the moment an earthquake strikes near you - free on iOS, with community “Did You Feel It” reports.
Other hazards in Alaska
Earthquakes in nearby states
Earthquake data via the QuakeMate API (USGS and regional agencies). Magnitudes and locations are preliminary and may be revised.