A 5.3 magnitude quake was registered close to Dutch Harbor Sunday afternoon, the U.S. Geological Survey reported.

The tremor hit at 10:47 p.m. (2:47 p.m. local time), with its epicenter located roughly 16 miles north-northwest of Dutch Harbor and a depth of 52 miles. The magnitude was originally reported as 5.4 but later downgraded to 5.3.

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 noticed the quake, you can share your experience using the USGS Felt Report form. 30 people have submitted responses through the agency’s online form, indicating they experienced the tremor. According to the USGS DYFI report, light shaking was recorded and people in cities like Akutan and Unalaska 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 102 km southwest of this event struck UK on February 27, 1987 (UTC), with estimated population exposures of 2,000 at intensity V and 2,000 at intensity VI, with no reported fatalities.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey