ALEUTIANS EAST BOROUGH, AK—According to the U.S. Geological Survey, a 6.2 magnitude quake occurred close to Sand Point Sunday afternoon.

The tremor struck the area at 10:28 p.m. (2:28 p.m. local time). It occurred at a depth of 29 miles with the epicenter located roughly 50 miles south-southeast of Sand Point.

A Tsunami statement regarding the earthquake has been issued by the National Tsunami Center. For the latest information, visit tsunami.gov.

Did you feel it?

If you experienced the quake, you can share your observations using the USGS Felt Report form. 20 people have submitted responses through the agency’s online form, indicating they experienced the tremor. The USGS DYFI report indicates that residents in cities such as Chignik Lagoon, King Cove and Sand Point felt moderate to strong shaking during the earthquake.

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 67 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