Archive · 16 Sep 2025
5.2 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Off Alaska Coast
A 5.2 magnitude earthquake happened near the Aleutian Islands in Alaska.
It wasn't strong enough to cause a tsunami.
The earthquake occurred at a shallow depth.
This area is known for earthquakes because of where the Earth's plates meet.
Similar events have happened recently, including in nearby Russia.
The region is closely monitored due to the potential for strong earthquakes and tsunamis.
Scientists study this area closely to understand and predict future events.
A 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Alaska's Aleutian Islands.
The quake occurred at 1 a.m. local time on September 16.
The epicenter was 122 kilometers south-southwest of Nikolski, Alaska.
Authorities confirmed that no tsunami warning was issued.
The Aleutian Islands are in a seismically active zone.
- Who
- US Geological Survey (USGS)
- What
- A 5.2 magnitude earthquake
- When
- September 16, at approximately 1 a.m. local time
- Where
- Off the coast of Alaska's Aleutian Islands, about 122 kilometers (75.8 miles) south-southwest of Nikolski
- Why
- The Aleutian Islands lie along the Aleutian megathrust, a major subduction zone.
- Magnitude
- 5.2
- Location
- Aleutian Islands, Alaska
- Depth
- 10 kilometers (6.2 miles)
- Date
- September 16
- Time
- 1 a.m. local time
- Tsunami Warning
- No