A tsunami warning was issued for parts of Alaska’s Pacific coast after a powerful earthquake struck Wednesday afternoon.
The magnitude 7.3 earthquake hit south of Sand Point, Alaska, near the Aleutian Islands.
“Sirens are currently blaring across parts of Alaska following a tsunami warning triggered by a powerful 7.3 magnitude earthquake off the state’s coastline. The U.S. Tsunami Warning Center has issued the alert for a broad stretch of the Alaska Peninsula, warning that a tsunami capable of significant coastal inundation is either underway or expected imminently,” Rawsalerts wrote.
“Residents in affected areas are advised to take immediate precautions, as dangerous flooding and strong, potentially life-threatening currents could persist for several hours after the first wave arrives. This is still developing,” the post added.
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