>>> Readers are invited to watch the video : Sirens sound in Old Harbor, Alaska
RT reported that a 7.2-magnitude earthquake struck off the southern coast of Alaska on the afternoon of July 16 (local time), forcing authorities to issue a tsunami warning in the South Central and Southwestern regions of the state.
The US Geological Survey (USGS) reported that the earthquake occurred at 12:37 a.m. (Alaska time), with the epicenter located about 133 kilometers southeast of King Cove. Initially, the earthquake was reported to have a magnitude of 7.3.
In response, the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the National Weather Service (NWS) issued a tsunami warning in Alaska.
The Homer Police Department advised residents to seek higher ground, while the Anchorage Emergency Management Agency said the city faced no immediate threat.
According to videos recorded by locals, sirens were heard in the Old Harbor area and other affected areas. Warnings were also broadcast on the radio.
There are currently no reports of casualties or property damage.
Earthquakes measuring between 7.0 and 7.9 on the Richter scale are classified as “major” and can cause serious damage. The NWS later downgraded the warning to an advisory, urging residents to remain vigilant, after assessing the potential threat to other coastal areas of North America.
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