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Magnitude 6.0 Earthquake Shakes Alaska Near Susitna, Felt in Anchorage

Authorities report no tsunami threat.

Overview

  • The U.S. Geological Survey recorded the quake at 8:11 a.m. local time about 11 kilometers northwest of Susitna, with shaking reaching the Anchorage area.
  • The National Tsunami Warning Center said on social media that no tsunami was expected following the event.
  • Alaska State Police told ABC News there were no immediate reports of damage or fatalities.
  • The state transportation department began inspections of roads, bridges, airports, and tunnels and said these checks were unlikely to disrupt traffic.
  • Residents shared footage of the shaking on social platforms, including a home security video highlighted by AccuWeather.