Akutan, Alaska — A magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck in the waters southeast of Akutan early Saturday morning, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

What happened: The quake hit at 3:33 a.m. Central Time on Saturday, October 24, 2026, centered about 81 kilometers (roughly 50 miles) south-southeast of Akutan in the Aleutian Islands. It struck at a depth of about 35 kilometers (roughly 22 miles) below the surface.

Impacts: No reports of shaking felt on land have come in so far, and no tsunami threat was generated. The epicenter sits in a remote stretch of the Aleutian chain, far from larger communities.

What to do: Drop, cover, and hold on during shaking, and stay clear of windows and heavy objects. After shaking stops, check for hazards such as broken glass, gas leaks, and damaged wiring before moving around. Expect possible aftershocks and be ready to drop, cover, and hold on again.

Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), October 24, 2026.