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5.0‑Magnitude Earthquake Strikes 143 km South of False Pass, Alaska

A moderate 5.0‑magnitude earthquake occurred 143 km south of False Pass, Alaska, with no casualties reported.

By SnapScopeSource: english.news.cn1 min read

A 5.0‑magnitude earthquake struck 143 km south of False Pass, Alaska, at 2014 GMT on Thursday, according to the U.S. Geological Survey and Xinhua.

The quake’s depth was 15.6 km, and its coordinates were 53.58°N, 163.03°W.

No casualties were reported following the event.

USGS officials noted that the earthquake was a moderate event for the region, and the seismic recording confirmed the depth and location.

Although the quake was relatively small, people in nearby communities experienced noticeable shaking at the surface.

Emergency services in Alaska monitored the situation closely, but no damage or infrastructure impacts were documented.

The United States Geological Survey continues to track seismic activity in the region to assess any further changes.

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