Archive · 7 Dec 2025
7.0 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Alaska-Yukon Border
A big earthquake happened near the border of Alaska and Yukon.
It was very strong, but it didn't hurt anyone or cause much damage.
People felt it in their homes, and some things fell off shelves.
The closest towns are Haines Junction in Canada and Yakutat in Alaska, but both have very few people.
Scientists and police said there was no tsunami warning and no big damage.
However, because the earthquake was so strong, there might be risks in the future.
A magnitude-7.0 earthquake struck near the Alaska-Yukon border on Saturday.
The quake was felt in Whitehorse and Haines Junction, but no damage or injuries were reported.
The epicenter was about 230 miles northwest of Juneau, Alaska, and 115 miles west of Whitehorse, Yukon.
The nearest communities are Haines Junction, Yukon, with 1,018 residents, and Yakutat, Alaska, with 662 residents.
People reported items falling off shelves, but no structural damage was observed.
- Who
- Residents of Alaska and Yukon
- What
- A magnitude-7.0 earthquake
- When
- Saturday
- Where
- Near the Alaska-Yukon border
- Why
- Natural seismic activity
No Immediate Damage
Potential for Future Risks
Impact Assessment
No Immediate Damage
No immediate injuries or major damage reported.
Potential for Future Risks
Potential for future risks due to the earthquake's magnitude.
- Magnitude
- 7.0
- Location
- Near Alaska-Yukon border
- Distance from Juneau
- 230 miles (370 kilometers)
- Distance from Whitehorse
- 115 miles (250 kilometers)
- Nearest Canadian Community
- Haines Junction
- Population of Haines Junction
- 1,018
- Nearest Alaskan Community
- Yakutat
- Population of Yakutat
- 662
Sources
7 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Alaska‑Yukon Border, No Damage Reported
Magnitude-7.0 Earthquake Hits Alaska-Canada Border
Strong 7.0 earthquake hits Alaska–Canada border region, tremors felt in Yukon
Magnitude 7.0 quake shakes Alaska–Canada border region, no damage reported
