Magnitude 7.3 Earthquake Triggers Tsunami Warning for Alaska Peninsula

A powerful earthquake with a magnitude between 7.2 and 7.3 struck off the coast near Sand Point, Alaska, triggering tsunami warnings for parts of the Alaska Peninsula, Aleutian Islands, and coastal communities including Kodiak and Cold Bay. The quake, occurring at a depth of 9 to 22 miles, prompted evacuation orders for residents in affected coastal areas as the first tsunami waves were expected shortly after the quake. While Alaska remains on alert with active tsunami warnings, authorities in British Columbia and Washington state have confirmed that there is currently no tsunami threat to their coastlines, though monitoring and assessments continue. The US National Tsunami Warning Center downgraded some warnings after observing only minor sea-level fluctuations. Residents in these regions are advised to stay informed through official channels and review earthquake preparedness plans, given Alaska's location along the seismically active Pacific 'Ring of Fire.' This remains a developing situation with emergency management agencies closely tracking potential impacts.