Major Earthquake Since 2023 Strikes Southwest of Seward, Southcentral Region
A significant earthquake shook the Southcentral region of Alaska on Thursday morning. The quake registered a magnitude of 5.4 and struck approximately 43 miles southwest of Seward. The exact time of the earthquake was 9:33 a.m., as reported by the University of Alaska Fairbanks Earthquake Center.
Impact on the Region
The tremor was felt across the Kenai Peninsula and the broader Southcentral Alaska area. This event marks the largest earthquake in the Southcentral region since March 2023.
Earthquake Details
- Magnitude: 5.4
- Location: 43 miles southwest of Seward
- Time: 9:33 a.m.
- Reported by: University of Alaska Fairbanks Earthquake Center
- Significance: Largest earthquake since March 2023
This earthquake serves as a reminder of the seismic activity in the region. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely and will provide updates as more information becomes available.
