ALEUTIANS EAST BOROUGH, AK—Wednesday morning, a 7.3 magnitude quake was detected close to Sand Point, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The tremor shook the area at 8:37 p.m. (9:37 a.m. local time). It occurred at a depth of 12 miles with the epicenter located about 54 miles south of Sand Point.

The National Tsunami Center has released a Tsunami statement in connection with the earthquake. For the latest updates, please visit tsunami.gov.

Did you feel it?

Those who noticed the quake are encouraged to report it via the USGS Felt Report form. 76 people have submitted responses through the agency’s online form, reporting they experienced the tremor. According to the USGS DYFI report, residents in a number of cities, including Chugiak, Eagle River, Girdwood and Anchorage, reported feeling strong shaking from 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