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M4.9 Depth: 55.0 km

M4.9 Earthquake near Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska (United States)

UTC time: 2026-06-27 01:15:32 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On June 27, 2026 at 01:15 UTC, a magnitude M4.9 earthquake occurred near Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska (United States). With a focal depth of about 55 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by USGS. United States: 162 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.1.

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 55 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 55 km
Shallow
55 km
55 km — deeper than the regional average (15.8 km)
Regional average: 15.8 km
Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

Depth classes per USGS

Estimated impact

Green No or minimal impact expected.
Estimated population exposed
IV 2'362
401 Felt reports · max reported intensity 4.4

Ground shaking

IV
Light · Intensity (MMI) IV
Felt by many, no damage.

Tectonic context

Located on the North America Plate.
Near the boundary North America ↔ Pacific · about 318 km away

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