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

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

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

Did you feel it?

If you felt the tremor, you can share your observations using the USGS Felt Report form. The agency has so far received 161 reports via its online form from people who say they felt the earthquake. Moderate to strong shaking has been registered and residents reported feeling the earthquake in a number of cities, including 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