Alaska earthquake: magnitude 5 quake recorded 81 km S of Sand Point
A magnitude 5 earthquake struck 81 km S of Sand Point, Alaska, on Tuesday, October 20 at 2:40 AM AKDT, the US Geological Survey said.
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A magnitude 5 earthquake struck 81 km S of Sand Point, Alaska, on Tuesday, October 20 at 2:40 AM AKDT, the US Geological Survey said.
At magnitude 5, this counts as a moderate earthquake. A quake of this size is felt widely and can damage poorly built structures near the center.
A tsunami message was issued for this event. People near the coast should follow the instructions of the National Tsunami Warning Center and local officials.
If you felt shaking: drop, cover and hold on during any aftershocks, and check for gas leaks and damage before going back inside.
Magnitude and location can be revised as more data comes in. Information from the US Geological Survey. Generated automatically.
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