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Earthquakes Today in the US

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Was there an earthquake near me today? The live map shows the latest earthquakes across the US, from Alaska and Hawaii to California, in real time and in your own time zone.

  • 8 Last 24 Hours
  • 90 Last 7 Days
  • 688 Last 30 Days
  • M4.6 Largest This Week

Latest Earthquake in the US

Live · 9:24 AM UTC

M2.7

55 km E of Pedro Bay, Alaska

Today, 3:44 AM UTC · 6 hr ago

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Earthquakes in the US

Why the US Has Earthquakes

Most earthquakes in the US happen in Alaska, California, Nevada, Hawaii and the Pacific Northwest. Alaska is the most earthquake-prone state: it averages about one magnitude 7 a year, and the largest US earthquake, the M9.2 Great Alaska Earthquake of 1964, struck there.

  • 688Earthquakes in the Last 30 Days
  • M6.5Largest in the Last 180 Days
  • 954Magnitude 6+ Since 1900
  • Seismological ServiceU.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
  • Emergency Number911
  • Disaster ManagementFEMA and state emergency management agencies

Strongest Earthquakes in the Last 180 Days

The 10 Strongest Earthquakes in the US, Last 180 Days
DateMagnitudeLocationDepth
6.5170 km W of Nikolski, Alaska98 km
6.392 km SSW of Nikolski, Alaska21 km
6.1Rat Islands, Aleutian Islands, Alaska16 km
6.013 km S of Honaunau-Napoopoo, Hawaii23 km
5.8103 km SE of Atka, Alaska12 km
5.8296 km WSW of Adak, Alaska37 km
5.8233 km ESE of Attu Station, Alaska10 km
5.7143 km WSW of Pistol River, Oregon10 km
5.643 km NNW of Lake Minchumina, Alaska5 km
5.657 km WNW of Skwentna, Alaska10 km

The live map shows times in your own time zone.

Most Active Areas in the Last 180 Days

  1. 1Alaska4,200
  2. 2California496
  3. 3Hawaii189
  4. 4New Mexico169
  5. 5Texas135
  6. 6Nevada120

Earthquakes of magnitude 2.5 and up, by state.

Earthquake History

Largest Earthquakes in the US Since 1900

Since 1900, the USGS catalog lists 954 earthquakes of magnitude 6 or more in the US and offshore, 94 of them magnitude 7 or more.

Source: USGS earthquake catalog. Locations are distances from the nearest large town today.

The Largest Earthquakes in the US Since 1900
DateMagnitudeLocationDepth
9.22,175 km NW of Seattle25 km
8.74,168 km E of Seattle30 km
8.62,895 km W of Seattle15 km
8.63,784 km W of Seattle25 km
8.34,183 km E of Seattle110 km
8.22,594 km W of Seattle35 km
8.22,577 km W of Seattle35 km
8.03,726 km W of Seattle33 km

Earthquake Safety

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Earthquake Magnitude Scale

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United States Earthquake Questions

Earthquakes in the US: FAQ

Was There an Earthquake Near Me Today?
Yes: the past 24 hours brought 8 earthquakes of magnitude 2.5 or above in the US. Latest: magnitude 2.7, 55 km E of Pedro Bay, Alaska, at 3:44 AM UTC on Thursday, October 29, 2026. Turn on Near Me on the live map to sort them by distance from you.
What Time Was the Last Earthquake in the US?
The most recent one in the US struck at 3:44 AM UTC on Thursday, October 29, 2026: magnitude 2.7, 55 km E of Pedro Bay, Alaska. The live map shows times in your own time zone.
What Was the Biggest Earthquake in the US This Week?
A magnitude 4.6 earthquake 81 km SSE of Akutan, Alaska on Monday, October 26, 2026 at 11:38 AM UTC, the largest in the US in the last 7 days.
Where Do Most Earthquakes Happen in the US?
Most earthquakes in the US happen in Alaska, California, Nevada, Hawaii and the Pacific Northwest. Alaska is the most earthquake-prone state: it averages about one magnitude 7 a year, and the largest US earthquake, the M9.2 Great Alaska Earthquake of 1964, struck there. In the last 180 days, the most active states on this map were Alaska (4,200), California (496) and Hawaii (189).
Who Reports Earthquakes in the US?
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), together with regional seismic networks run by universities and states. This map uses the USGS catalog directly.
Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Earthquakes?
In most cases, no. A typical homeowners or renters policy excludes earthquake damage, so coverage has to be added separately, either as an endorsement or as a stand-alone earthquake policy. Your insurer can confirm what you have.
What Was the Largest Earthquake in US History?
The magnitude 9.2 earthquake of March 27, 1964, 2,175 km NW of Seattle, is the largest since 1900 in the USGS catalog.
What Should I Do During an Earthquake?
Drop, cover and hold on until the shaking stops. If you are on the coast and the shaking is strong or long, go to high ground right away. Read the full safety guide.

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