Earthquake measuring 5.0 shakes area close to Sand Point, AK on July 17

Published Jul 17, 2025

ALEUTIANS EAST BOROUGH, AK—Thursday afternoon, a 5.0 magnitude quake was recorded close to Sand Point, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

At 1:12 a.m. (2:12 p.m. local time), the region was struck by a tremor. The earthquake hit at a depth of 22 miles, with its epicenter approximately 58 miles south-southeast of Sand Point.

The National Tsunami Center has released a Tsunami statement in connection with the quake. For the latest updates, please visit tsunami.gov.

Did you feel it?

If you experienced the tremor, you can submit a report through the USGS Felt Report form.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey