M6.5 earthquake

177 km W of Nikolski, Alaska

A magnitude 6.5 (strong) earthquake struck 177 km W of Nikolski, Alaska on September 17, 2026 at 2:19 PM UTC, at a depth of 98 km. A tsunami evaluation was triggered for this event. 8 people reported feeling it.

Magnitude

6.5 mww

Depth

98 km

When

September 17, 2026 at 2:19 PM UTC

Coordinates

52.956°, -171.503°

Felt reports

8

Review status

reviewed

Source: U.S. Geological Survey. Details may be revised as the event is reviewed.