Update: Earthquake strikes region near Sand Point, AK on Jan. 22 – 5.2 magnitude reported

Published Feb 7, 2026

ALEUTIANS EAST BOROUGH, AK — A 5.2 magnitude quake was detected near Sand Point Thursday morning, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The tremor jolted at 7:38 p.m. (8:38 a.m. local time), with its epicenter situated approximately 76 miles south-southeast of Sand Point and a depth of 22 miles.

Did you feel it?

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

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Tremors last week

In the past week, there have been six quakes with a magnitude 2.5 or higher centered nearby. The largest one was a 3.0 earthquake that was recorded in the same area six days earlier.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey