2.8
Earthquake Details: 173 km SE of Unalaska, Alaska
Aug 29, 2026, 03:34:18
A magnitude 2.8 earthquake occurred near 173 km SE of Unalaska, Alaska on Aug 29, 2026 at 03:34:18. The seismic event was recorded at a depth of 18.9 km. No tsunami warning was issued.
No Tsunami WarningStatus: ReviewedType: Earthquake
Regional Seismicity
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Technical Details
Depth18.9 km
Significance121
Latitude52.5840
Longitude-165.0640
Event IDaka2026rbokfn
Magnitude2.8
Updated:Aug 31, 2026, 15:53:17 UTC
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Time & depth
- Local time
- Aug 29, 2026, 03:34:18
- UTC
- Aug 29, 2026, 03:34:18 UTC
18.9 km · Shallow-focus
Less than 70 km deep. Shaking is often stronger near the epicentre.
Nearby event sequence · 12
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Earthquake information is automatically aggregated from the official seismic agencies listed below. Preliminary measurements can change as agencies review an event; use local emergency authorities for safety decisions. Latest successful data update: Aug 31, 2026, 15:53 UTC.
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