World News Live Updates: Major 7.3 magnitude earthquake strikes off Alaska coast, Tsunami warning issued
A powerful 7.3-magnitude earthquake struck off the Pacific coast of Alaska on Wednesday, triggering a tsunami warning for South Alaska and the Alaska Peninsula, according to the US Geological Survey (USGS).
The tremor occurred around midday, approximately 87 kilometers (54 miles) south of the island town of Sand Point, at a preliminary depth of 20.1 kilometers.
This seismically active region frequently experiences earthquakes, and officials are closely monitoring the situation for any potential tsunami impacts.