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

The tremor shook the region at 8:37 p.m. (9:37 a.m. local time). It occurred at a depth of 12 miles with the epicenter situated near 2025 Sand Point.

The National Tsunami Center issued a Tsunami statement related to the earthquake, please visit tsunami.gov for the latest information.

Did you feel it?

Those who felt the quake are encouraged to report it through the USGS Felt Report form. The agency has so far received 167 reports via its online form from people who say they experienced the tremor. The USGS DYFI report indicates that moderate to strong shaking was detected, with residents in Douglas, Wasilla, Chugiak, Eagle River and Girdwood among those who felt the earthquake.

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