A 7.3 magnitude quake was registered close to 2025 Sand Point Wednesday morning, the U.S. Geological Survey reported.

At 8:37 p.m. (9:37 a.m. local time), the region was hit by a tremor. The earthquake rocked at a depth of 12 miles, with its epicenter near 2025 Sand Point.

In response to the quake, the National Tsunami Center issued a Tsunami statement. For the most recent details, please check tsunami.gov.

Did you feel it?

If you felt the tremor, you can share your experience using the USGS Felt Report form. The agency has so far received 185 reports via its online form from people who say they felt the earthquake. Strong shaking has been recorded and residents reported feeling the earthquake in a number of cities, such as Douglas, Wasilla, Chugiak, Eagle River and Girdwood according to the USGS DYFI report.

Impact and estimated losses

Green alert for shaking-related fatalities and economic losses. There is a low likelihood of casualties and damage.

Structure information summary
Overall, the population in this region resides in structures that are resistant to earthquake shaking, though vulnerable structures exist. The predominant vulnerable building types are unreinforced brick masonry and reinforced masonry construction.

Historical information
A magnitude 6.9 earthquake 40 km northwest of this event struck UK on May 13, 1993 (UTC), with estimated population exposures of 1,000 at intensity V and 1,000 at intensity VII, with no reported fatalities.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey