Update: Earthquake hits region close to Sand Point, AK on Sept. 6 – 5.2 magnitude recorded

Published Oct 2, 2025

ALEUTIANS EAST BOROUGH, AK — Saturday evening, a 5.2 magnitude quake was registered near Sand Point, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The tremor struck the area at 6:25 a.m. (7:25 p.m. local time). It occurred at a depth of 20 miles with the epicenter located approximately 79 miles south-southeast of Sand Point.

Did you feel it?

If you felt the earthquake, you can share your experience using the USGS Felt Report form.

Quakes last week

In the past week, the area has experienced seven tremors with a magnitude 2.5 or higher. The strongest, a 4.4 magnitude quake, was reported in the same region three days ago.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey