Magnitude 7.2 earthquake strikes off southern Alaska
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- Anadolu Agency
- Published Date: 09:46 | 17 July 2025
- Modified Date: 09:47 | 17 July 2025
A 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck off the southern coast of Alaska on Wednesday, according to the US Geological Survey (USGS) said.
The quake occurred at 12.37 p.m. local time, roughly 87 kilometers (54 miles) south of the city of Sand Point, at a depth of 36 kilometers, according to USGS data.
There were no immediate reports of casualties or major damage.
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