Nearly 500 Earthquakes Strike Alaska Over Past Week
Summary
Alaska experienced nearly 500 earthquakes in one week, according to the Alaska Earthquake Center. The most recent significant earthquake, with a magnitude of 6.0, occurred near Anchorage on Thanksgiving. There are no reports of major damage or injuries, but the situation is being monitored closely.Key Facts
- Nearly 500 earthquakes occurred in Alaska over one week.
- A magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck near Susitna, about 30 miles from Anchorage, on Thanksgiving.
- No major damage or injuries have been reported from this earthquake.
- Five of the earthquakes were reportedly felt by people in the area.
- The largest earthquake prior to the 6.0 quake was a magnitude 5.8 near Adak.
- Alaska is known for frequent seismic activity because it lies where the Pacific and North American plates meet.
- Earthquakes in Alaska can occasionally cause tsunamis, but none were expected for this event.
- Over the past century, Alaska has experienced 60 earthquakes that were magnitude 7.0 or higher.
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