A powerful 8.2 magnitude earthquake struck the Alaskan Peninsula late Wednesday, triggering tsunami warnings and intense monitoring across the Pacific region. The quake occurred at a depth of 35 km, about 91 km east-southeast of Perryville.

Tsunami sirens were activated in Kodiak and other coastal areas, prompting evacuations as precautionary measures. The US National Tsunami Warning Center (NTWC) issued alerts for southern Alaska, covering the coast from Hinchinbrook Entrance to Unimak Pass.

No immediate damage or casualties were reported following the quake. Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy confirmed the state’s emergency operations center was activated to coordinate response efforts.

Initial tsunami warnings were also issued for Hawaii and Guam but were later lifted after assessments showed no significant threat to those areas.

The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center, alongside agencies in Japan and New Zealand, began evaluating the potential risks to their coastlines as well.

The US Geological Survey (USGS) recorded at least eight aftershocks following the main event, with two measuring above magnitude 6.0, indicating ongoing seismic activity in the region.

Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely and urge residents in coastal zones to stay alert and follow official safety instructions.

For updates and preparedness resources, stay tuned to local emergency services and official tsunami warning centers.