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Earthquakes Near Girdwood, Alaska 99587 Today

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Recent Earthquakes Near Girdwood, Alaska

51 earthquakes have been recorded within 250 miles of Girdwood, Alaska in the past 24 hours. Alertra monitors seismic activity near ZIP code 99587 using live data from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), updated every 60 seconds. Whether you felt shaking or are checking if an earthquake just happened near Girdwood, this earthquake watch dashboard provides real-time magnitude data, an interactive seismic map, and earthquake history going back 15+ years.

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📊 Earthquake Watch — Girdwood

Live seismic risk assessment · Updated every 60 seconds from USGS

Current Threat Level
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LowModerateHigh
Threat score: 50 / 100

Above-average activity near Girdwood. Nothing dangerous, but noteworthy.

Earthquakes nearby 51
Closest to you M1.2, 19 mi
Strongest in last 24hr M4.3, Felt indoors
Last felt M4.0+ 2 days ago
Tracking Area
Girdwood
LIVE EARTHQUAKES
Found 51 in region
Major (6.0+)
Moderate (4.0 - 5.9)
Minor (Below 4.0)
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🌍 Recent Earthquakes Near Girdwood

Past 24 hours within 250 miles · Source: USGS

Showing events within 250 miles · Past 24 hours · Source: USGS
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MagnitudeWhat You'd FeelLocationDistanceWhen
M4.3 		Felt indoors 24 km SE of Kasilof, Alaska 86 mi 11:30 AM Details →
M3.2 		Light shaking 29 km WNW of Nikiski, Alaska 99 mi 5:54 AM Details →
M3.1 		Light shaking 10 km WSW of Hope, Alaska 33 mi 11:17 PM Details →
M2.6 		Rarely felt 35 km NW of Ninilchik, Alaska 123 mi 3:32 PM Details →
M2.4 		Rarely felt 14 km SSW of Petersville, Alaska 120 mi 6:09 PM Details →
M2.3 		Rarely felt 1 km E of Big Lake, Alaska 56 mi 11:34 AM Details →
M2.3 		Rarely felt 47 km SSW of Denali National Park, Alaska 189 mi 12:13 AM Details →
M2.3 		Rarely felt 30 km WNW of Susitna, Alaska 89 mi 7:25 PM Details →
M2.3 		Rarely felt 51 km NE of Susitna North, Alaska 105 mi 5:05 PM Details →
M2.2 		Rarely felt 20 km NNW of Skwentna, Alaska 124 mi 9:49 AM Details →
M2.2 		Rarely felt 27 km NW of Valdez, Alaska 78 mi 2:14 PM Details →
M2.1 		Rarely felt 92 km SSE of Kokhanok, Alaska 243 mi 11:46 AM Details →
M2.1 		Rarely felt 33 km S of Denali National Park, Alaska 185 mi 6:33 AM Details →
M2.1 		Rarely felt 23 km W of Anchor Point, Alaska 139 mi 1:20 AM Details →
M2.1 		Rarely felt 8 km N of Anchorage, Alaska 43 mi 8:47 PM Details →
M2.1 		Rarely felt 58 km S of Cantwell, Alaska 136 mi 8:27 PM Details →
M2.0 		Rarely felt 4 km NNW of Denali Park, Alaska 198 mi 12:00 PM Details →
M2.0 		Rarely felt 34 km SSE of Glacier View, Alaska 64 mi 8:05 AM Details →
M1.9 		Not felt 16 km N of Meadow Lakes, Alaska 64 mi 12:07 AM Details →
M1.9 		Not felt 92 km NNW of Aleneva, Alaska 222 mi 5:17 PM Details →
M1.9 		Not felt 24 km NW of Beluga, Alaska 90 mi 4:19 PM Details →
M1.8 		Not felt 69 km E of McCarthy, Alaska 244 mi 5:43 AM Details →
M1.8 		Not felt 25 km W of Willow, Alaska 82 mi 5:18 AM Details →
M1.8 		Not felt 55 km W of Happy Valley, Alaska 146 mi 10:40 PM Details →
M1.8 		Not felt 19 km NNW of Ninilchik, Alaska 110 mi 3:13 PM Details →
M1.7 		Not felt 10 km S of Clam Gulch, Alaska 103 mi 5:46 AM Details →
M1.7 		Not felt 82 km ESE of Denali Park, Alaska 191 mi 5:37 AM Details →
M1.7 		Not felt 8 km WNW of Point MacKenzie, Alaska 54 mi 3:00 AM Details →
M1.7 		Not felt 24 km SW of Anchor Point, Alaska 144 mi 10:28 PM Details →
M1.7 		Not felt 36 km ESE of Cantwell, Alaska 160 mi 4:53 PM Details →
M1.6 		Not felt 38 km NE of Chase, Alaska 126 mi 11:08 PM Details →
M1.6 		Not felt 41 km N of Sutton-Alpine, Alaska 86 mi 9:19 PM Details →
M1.6 		Not felt 29 km ENE of Skwentna, Alaska 107 mi 6:43 PM Details →
M1.5 		Not felt 36 km N of Sutton-Alpine, Alaska 83 mi 12:41 PM Details →
M1.4 		Not felt 31 km NE of Whittier, Alaska 20 mi 7:38 AM Details →
M1.3 		Not felt 63 km W of Tyonek, Alaska 116 mi 2:56 PM Details →
M1.2 		Not felt 38 km E of Clear, Alaska 233 mi 10:57 AM Details →
M1.2 		Not felt 36 km SSE of Knik River, Alaska 19 mi 6:06 AM Details →
M1.2 		Not felt 56 km ENE of Port Alsworth, Alaska 157 mi 7:09 PM Details →
M0.8 		Not felt 67 km WNW of Beluga, Alaska 118 mi 3:38 AM Details →
M0.8 		Not felt 45 km W of Ninilchik, Alaska 135 mi 3:26 AM Details →
M0.8 		Not felt 64 km E of Port Alsworth, Alaska 156 mi 1:48 AM Details →
M0.7 		Not felt 79 km ENE of Port Alsworth, Alaska 143 mi 3:27 AM Details →
M0.7 		Not felt 76 km ENE of Port Alsworth, Alaska 145 mi 1:31 AM Details →
M0.7 		Not felt 70 km WNW of Tyonek, Alaska 121 mi 11:13 PM Details →
M0.7 		Not felt 61 km E of Port Alsworth, Alaska 155 mi 5:45 PM Details →
M0.6 		Not felt 72 km WNW of Beluga, Alaska 121 mi 9:18 AM Details →
M0.6 		Not felt 64 km ENE of Pedro Bay, Alaska 156 mi 3:20 AM Details →
M0.5 		Not felt 62 km ENE of Pedro Bay, Alaska 157 mi 10:57 AM Details →
M0.5 		Not felt 64 km ENE of Pedro Bay, Alaska 156 mi 2:16 PM Details →
M-0.9 		Not felt 63 km ENE of Pedro Bay, Alaska 156 mi 2:16 PM Details →

📈 Earthquake History — Girdwood

Since 2016 · M2.5+ · 250 mi radius

Girdwood has recorded 9,679 earthquakes of magnitude 2.5 or greater within 250 miles since 2016. The largest was a M7.9 on Jan 23, 2018, located 261 km SE of Chiniak, Alaska. On average, the area experiences approximately 1905 notable seismic events per year.

M2.5+ in Past 7 Days

Mon
0
—
Tue
2
MAX M3.6
Wed
3
MAX M3.5
Thu
4
MAX M2.8
Fri
7
MAX M4.4
Sat
2
MAX M3.1
Sun
2
MAX M4.3
Since 2016 · M2.5+ · 250 mi

Yearly Activity · 9679 events

Past Week
View:
M2.5–4 (bars)
M4+ (line, right axis)
Yearly Earthquake Activity by Magnitude05001k1.5k020406080'16'18'20'22'24'262016: 502 (M2.5–4), 26 (M4+)2017: 689 (M2.5–4), 48 (M4+)2018: 1,455 (M2.5–4), 62 (M4+)2019: 846 (M2.5–4), 40 (M4+)2020: 709 (M2.5–4), 20 (M4+)2021: 760 (M2.5–4), 29 (M4+)2022: 707 (M2.5–4), 54 (M4+)2023: 822 (M2.5–4), 28 (M4+)2024: 731 (M2.5–4), 29 (M4+)2025: 922 (M2.5–4), 37 (M4+)2026: 1,135 (M2.5–4), 28 (M4+)
Event count (bars)
Seismic energy index (line)
Yearly Seismic Energy Release05001k1.5k2k020.0B40.0B60.0B'16'18'20'22'24'262016: 528 events, Energy: 190.6M2017: 737 events, Energy: 1.1B2018: 1,517 events, Energy: 46.0B2019: 886 events, Energy: 839.8M2020: 729 events, Energy: 140.1M2021: 789 events, Energy: 2.6B2022: 761 events, Energy: 381.6M2023: 850 events, Energy: 417.0M2024: 760 events, Energy: 163.5M2025: 959 events, Energy: 1.3B2026: 1,163 events, Energy: 738.1M
Largest Recorded
M7.9
261 km SE of Chiniak, Alaska
Jan 23, 2018
Avg Noticeable / Year
62.3
Estimated felt (MMI ≥ II)

Strongest Recorded Earthquakes

M7.9 Jan 23, 2018
261 km SE of Chiniak, Alaska
M7.1 Nov 30, 2018
1 km SE of Point MacKenzie, Alaska
M7.0 Dec 6, 2025
2025 Hubbard Glacier Earthquake
M6.1 May 31, 2021
73 km N of Chickaloon, Alaska
M6.0 Nov 27, 2025
12 km WNW of Susitna, Alaska
M5.9 Dec 21, 2021
58 km E of Port Alsworth, Alaska
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🛡️ Earthquake Safety — Girdwood, Alaska

What Girdwood residents should know before, during, and after an earthquake

🏠 Step 1

Before: Secure Your Space

Bolt heavy furniture to walls. Keep an emergency kit within arm's reach of where you sleep. Know your exits.

🛡️ Step 2

During: Drop, Cover, Hold On

Drop to your hands and knees. Take cover under sturdy furniture. Hold on until the shaking stops. Stay away from windows.

🚪 Step 3

After: Check and Evacuate

Check for injuries and damage. If you smell gas, leave immediately and call 911. Expect aftershocks.

72-Hour Emergency Kit

✓ 1 gallon of water per person per day
✓ Non-perishable food (3-day supply)
✓ Battery-powered NOAA weather radio
✓ Flashlight and extra batteries
✓ First aid kit
✓ Whistle to signal for help
✓ N95 dust masks
✓ Plastic sheeting and duct tape
✓ Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities
✓ Manual can opener

Notable US Seismic History

1994 Northridge, CA
M6.7
57 fatalities, $50B in damage. One of the costliest US natural disasters.
2011 Virginia
M5.8
Felt across 22 states. The most widely felt earthquake in US history.
2018 Anchorage, AK
M7.1
Major infrastructure damage across south-central Alaska.

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Earthquake FAQ — Girdwood, Alaska

Was there an earthquake in Girdwood today?

Heads up: a M4.3 earthquake was detected 86 miles away. Review details below. This page shows all earthquakes detected within 250 miles of Girdwood in the past 24 hours, updated every 60 seconds from USGS.

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What is the earthquake history for Girdwood, Alaska?

Alertra tracks USGS seismic records going back 15+ years for the Girdwood area. View the historical trends chart above to see yearly earthquake frequency and the largest recorded event near 99587.

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