Local News

Earthquakes shake Susitna valley

The Alaska Earthquake Information Center located two earthquakes Sunday afternoon in the northern valley.  The first one occurred at 1:12 and had a preliminary magnitude of 4.1.

The Alaska Earthquake Information Center located two earthquakes Sunday afternoon in the northern valley.  The first one occurred at 1:12 and had a preliminary magnitude of 4.1. It was centered 43 miles southeast of Talkeetna and 19 northwest of Palmer.  It was located at a depth of about 2 miles. The shallow quake was felt by residents in Wasilla, Palmer, Talkeetna, Willow and as far away as Eagle River.

The second quake came at 3:34 pm.  The preliminary magnitude was measured at 3.07.  It was centered 44 miles east of Talkeetna, 44 miles north of Sutton, and 73 miles south of Cantwell.  It was located at a depth of 26 miles.

There are no reports of damage from either quake.

Read More

Welcome to the New KTNA Site

Explore KTNA’s newly redesigned website, featuring easier navigation, improved access to live radio and recent broadcasts, and clearer ways to find local news, community updates, programs, and station information.

By Marco
Live KTNA 88.9 FM