Alaska Shaken by 7.2-Magnitude Earthquake, Brief Tsunami Warning Issued

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Alaska Shaken by 7.2-Magnitude Earthquake, Brief Tsunami Warning Issued
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A 7.2-magnitude earthquake struck southern Alaska, triggering a brief tsunami advisory that was later canceled. The earthquake was felt across the Aleutian Islands, the Alaskan Peninsula, and Cook Inlet regions. Sirens warned of a possible tsunami in Kodiak, prompting people to seek shelter. Tsunami waves with a maximum height of 0.5 feet were observed in King Cove and Sand Point. There have been several aftershocks, with the largest measuring 5.0 in magnitude.

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