17.07.2025 00:40
Two consecutive earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.3 occurred off the coast of the Alaska Peninsula, which is part of the United States. A tsunami warning was issued for areas near the coast following the earthquakes.
While earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.3 occurred in Alaska, a tsunami warning was issued following the severe tremors.
SEVERE EARTHQUAKES IN ALASKA
Two consecutive earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.3 occurred off the coast of the Alaska Peninsula. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) announced that the epicenter of the earthquakes was approximately 87 kilometers south of Sand Point. The USGS noted that the two tremors occurred in a very close time frame and that the data is preliminary.
TSUNAMI WARNING ISSUED
Following the earthquakes, a tsunami warning was issued for coastal areas. Residents in coastal regions were urged to move to higher ground.