Massive 7.3 Earthquake Hits Alaska Coast with Tsunami Warning
A 7.3-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Alaska, triggering a tsunami warning. The quake occurred near Popof Island on the Alaska Peninsula. The National Tsunami Warning Center has issued alerts for the region. Alaska, located on the Pacific Ring of Fire, is prone to seismic activity.
A 7.3-magnitude earthquake hit the coast of Alaska, triggering a tsunami warning, according to the US Geological Survey (USGS). The earthquake occurred at 12:37 pm local time, with its epicenter near Popof Island, Alaska Peninsula. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) issued a tsunami warning for the area. The warning applied to the Pacific coasts from Kennedy Entrance to Unimak Pass. Alaska is prone to earthquakes due to its location on the Pacific Ring of Fire. The region has a history of powerful quakes, with the most significant being a 9.2-magnitude quake in 1964. This is a developing story.
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