A powerful 7.3 magnitude earthquake struck off the southern coast of Alaska on Tuesday, prompting a tsunami warning for parts of the state’s southern peninsula.
The quake occurred around 4:30 p.m. EST, about 54 miles south of Sand Point, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The National Weather Service quickly issued a tsunami warning, raising concerns about possible waves along the coastline.
A map released by NOAA showed the affected areas, highlighting portions of the Alaska Peninsula under the tsunami threat.
While the region is sparsely populated, it includes the Alaska Peninsula Wildlife National Preserve and several small coastal communities.