ALEUTIANS EAST BOROUGH, AK — A 5.4 magnitude quake was registered close to Sand Point around midday Wednesday, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The tremor hit at 8:42 p.m. (12:42 p.m. local time), with its epicenter located roughly 58 miles south-southeast of Sand Point and a depth of 27 miles.

Did you feel it?

If you experienced the earthquake, you can submit a report via the USGS Felt Report form.

Impact and estimated losses

Green alert for shaking-related fatalities and economic losses. There is a low likelihood of casualties and damage.

Structure information summary
Overall, the population in this region resides in structures that are resistant to earthquake shaking, though vulnerable structures exist. The predominant vulnerable building types are unreinforced brick masonry and reinforced masonry construction.

Historical information
A magnitude 6.9 earthquake 83 km northwest of this event struck UK on May 13, 1993 (UTC), with estimated population exposures of 1,000 at intensity V and 1,000 at intensity VII, with no reported fatalities.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey