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M2.9 Earthquake — 78 km S of Akutan, Alaska
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Magnitude 2.9 earthquake 78 km S of Akutan, Alaska at a depth of 21.6 km, recorded by the U.S. Geological Survey.
Measurements
| Magnitude | M2.9 |
|---|---|
| Depth | 21.6 km |
| Coordinates | 53.4380, -165.6020 |
| Region | 78 km S of Akutan, Alaska |
| Tsunami Flag | 0 |
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