Powerful Quake Hits Alaskan Peninsula

A massive 8.2 magnitude earthquake struck near the Alaskan Peninsula late Wednesday, about 91 km southeast of Perryville at a depth of 35 km. The quake triggered tsunami warnings across the region and led to swift emergency responses.

Tsunami Alerts and Evacuations

Tsunami sirens went off in Kodiak and other coastal towns, leading to precautionary evacuations. The US National Tsunami Warning Center issued alerts covering “the coast from Hinchinbrook Entrance to Unimak Pass.” Although initial warnings extended to Hawaii and Guam, they were later canceled after no major threat was detected.

Emergency Response and Monitoring

“No immediate damage or casualties were reported,” and Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy stated that “the state’s emergency operations center was activated to coordinate response efforts.” Meanwhile, international monitoring agencies, including those in Japan and New Zealand, assessed risks to their coastlines.

Ongoing Seismic Activity

The US Geological Survey (USGS) recorded several aftershocks, with two above magnitude 6.0, indicating that seismic activity is continuing in the area. “Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely and urge residents in coastal zones to stay alert and follow official safety instructions.”