A massive 8.2-magnitude earthquake struck the Alaskan Peninsula late Wednesday night, sending shockwaves across the Pacific and triggering tsunami alerts in multiple coastal regions. According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), the quake struck about 91 kilometers east-southeast of Perryville at a depth of 35 kilometers — marking one of the strongest seismic events in the area in recent years.
Tsunami sirens sounded throughout towns such as Kodiak, prompting residents to evacuate to higher ground. Video footage shared by Reuters captured the urgency as locals quickly moved away from the shore. The U.S. National Tsunami Warning Center issued alerts for southern Alaska, covering the stretch from Hinchinbrook Entrance to Unimak Pass. Emergency teams were mobilized immediately, and Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy confirmed that the state’s emergency operations center had been activated to coordinate response efforts.
Pacific-wide monitoring was also initiated. The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center began coordinating with agencies in Japan, New Zealand, and other Pacific nations to assess potential risks. While Hawaii and Guam were initially placed on alert, officials later confirmed that both locations were safe after thorough evaluations.
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