Aleutian Islands News

Alaska Quake Produces Prolonged Shaking, Small Tsunami

PERRYVILLE, Alaska (AP) — A powerful earthquake which struck just off Alaska’s southern coast caused prolonged shaking and prompted tsunami warnings that sent people scrambling for shelters. Residents reported only minor damage, but officials said that could change after sunrise …

6.1 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Alaska’s King Cove

A 6.1 magnitude earthquake has struck Alaska’s Aleutian Islands, but no tsunami warning was issued. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the quake on Saturday was centered 604 miles southwest of Anchorage on the eastern part of the Aleutian Islands. …

No Tsunami for Coastal Alaska After Strong Quake

A magnitude-7.2 earthquake shook a large swath of Alaska’s Aleutian Islands on Thursday evening, sending residents of small coastal towns to higher ground as officials issued a tsunami warning in the temblor’s wake. The quake was centered about 122 miles …