Update: Earthquake hits region close to Attu Station, AK on April 3 – 5.0 magnitude detected

Published Apr 29, 2026

ALEUTIANS WEST CENSUS AREA, AK — A 5.0 magnitude quake rattled near Attu Station on Friday evening, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The tremor, which shook the area at 8:22 a.m. (8:22 p.m. local time), was centered approximately 137 miles east-southeast of Attu Station. It occurred at a depth of 6 miles. Seismologists first reported it as a 5.1 event, but later downgraded it to 5.0.

Did you feel it?

If you noticed the earthquake, you can report it via the USGS Felt Report form.

Quakes past week

Last week, there have been nine earthquakes of magnitude 2.5 or greater centered nearby. The largest, measuring 4.4, jolted the same region on Mar. 30.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey