PERRYVILLE, Alaska—A powerful earthquake which struck just off Alaska’s southern coast caused prolonged shaking and prompted tsunami warnings that sent people scrambling for shelters. Residents reported only minor damage, but officials said that could change after sunrise and people get a better look. The National Tsunami Warning Center canceled the warnings early Thursday when the…
Magnitude 8.2 Earthquake Strikes Near Alaska, Producing Small Tsunami
A magnitude 8.2 earthquake and numerous aftershocks struck off the Alaskan Peninsula late Wednesday, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). A tsunami warning was triggered. The quake struck at 10:15 p.m. local time 91 kilometers south east of Perryville, Alaska, with an epicenter of 46.7 kilometers depth, the geological survey reported. Shortly following the…
Magnitude 8.2 Earthquake Strikes Near Alaska, Producing a Small Tsunami
A magnitude 8.2 earthquake and numerous aftershocks struck off the Alaskan Peninsula late Wednesday, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). A tsunami warning was triggered. The quake struck at 10:15 p.m. local time 91 kilometers (56.5 miles) southeast of Perryville, Alaska, with an epicenter of 46.7 kilometers (29 miles) depth, the geological survey reported….
Magnitude 8.2 Earthquake Strikes Near Alaska Triggering Tsunami Warning
A magnitude 8.2 earthquake and numerous aftershocks struck off the Alaskan Peninsula late Wednesday, according to the the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). A tsunami warning has been triggered. The quake struck at 10:15 p.m. local time 91 kilometers south east of Perryville, Alaska, with an epicenter of 46.7 kilometers depth, the geological survey reported. The…
Fully Vaccinated Alaska Cruise Passenger Tests Positive for CCP Virus
A fully vaccinated passenger aboard a Royal Caribbean cruise ship in Southeast Alaska has tested positive for the CCP virus and was transported home via “private air transportation,” the company announced. The case was identified July 25 on the Celebrity Millennium operated by Celebrity Cruises—a wholly-owned subsidiary of Royal Caribbean—that departed July 23 from Seattle on…
By Ship and Plane Across Alaska’s Inside Passage
Alaska is one of those places that looms large in the collective imagination of visitors. There are several reasons for this, including its history—especially the way in which it became the union’s 49th state. After all, it is entirely possible that it could have remained outside the United States had one or two moments in…
Alaska Supreme Court Approves Recall Process Against Governor
The Alaska Supreme Court ruled on July 16 that the recall campaign against Gov. Mike Dunleavy can go forward. A recall committee filed an application to remove the governor, alleging that he’s abused his power, neglected his duties, and is unfit for office. The Alaska Division of Elections had denied the application, stating that it…
Judge Approves Recall Process Against Alaska Governor
The Alaska Supreme Court on July 16 ruled that the recall against Gov. Mike Dunleavy can go forward. A recall committee filed an application to remove the governor, alleging he lacked fitness, was incompetent, and neglected his duties. The Alaska Division of Elections denied the application, saying that it was not legally or factually sufficient….
Alaskan Motorist Spots Baby Moose Unable to Cross Guardrail to Reunite With Mom, Lends a Hand
A courageous outdoorsman in Alaska saved the day by helping a moose calf over a guardrail to reunite with its mom in early June—and photos taken during the wildlife interaction went viral. Joe Tate and his friends were driving back from a fishing expedition at Ninilchik when they came across a line of cars stopped…
Passenger Arrested After Taking Over Small Plane in Alaska
JUNEAU, Alaska—A passenger on a small plane bound for a tiny western Alaska community said he tried to end his life when he took control of the plane’s yoke and caused it to nosedive before the pilot was able to regain control and safely land the aircraft, Alaska State Troopers said. The incident occurred Wednesday…
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