Early morning earthquake strikes Southcentral Alaska

The earthquake was detected around 6:24 a.m. Wednesday
Fastcast digital headlines for Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026
Published: Feb. 4, 2026 at 7:15 AM AKST

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - A magnitude 4.4 earthquake struck about 27 miles east of the Mount Spurr volcano Wednesday morning, giving many Southcentral Alaskans an early wake-up call.

The earthquake was detected around 6:24 a.m. It had a depth of 53.4 miles and was about 57 miles west of Anchorage, according to the Alaska Earthquake Center.

An updated map of where the 4.4 earthquake struck Alaska on Feb. 4
An updated map of where the 4.4 earthquake struck Alaska on Feb. 4(KTUU)

The earthquake has been reviewed by a seismologist. Did you feel the quake? If so, you can send photos/videos here.

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