A 7.3 magnitude earthquake struck off the southern coast of Alaska, prompting a tsunami warning throughout the state's southern peninsula.
The large temblor hit about 54 miles south of Sand Level round 4:30 p.m. EST, in line with the US Geological Survey. The Nationwide Climate Service promptly warned {that a} tsunami could possibly be imminent.
Few individuals reside on the peninsula, which is residence to the Alaska Peninsula Wildlife Nationwide Protect, however plenty of small settlements are dotted alongside the coastal panorama.
