ALEUTIANS EAST BOROUGH, AK—A 6.2 magnitude quake was detected near Sand Point Sunday afternoon, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

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

The National Tsunami Center issued a Tsunami statement related to the earthquake, please visit tsunami.gov for the latest information.

Did you feel it?

If you exparienced the quake, you can report it via the USGS Felt Report form. The agency has so far received 7 reports via its online form from people who indicate they felt the tremor. According to the USGS DYFI report, weak shaking was recorded and residents in cities like Chignik Lagoon and Sand Point reported feeling 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