The National Tsunami Warning Center confirmed that “a tsunami is not expected following the quake”. Alaska’s Department of Transportation said roadways, tunnels and key transport infrastructure would be inspected as a precaution, consistent with established protocols following moderate seismic events.

A M6.0 earthquake, the largest near Anchorage since 2021, rattled Alaska. USGS confirmed minimal damage and no tsunami threat. Dubbed 'Shakesgiving.'

Alaska is the most earthquake-prone state in the US and one of the most seismically active regions in the world

A 6.0-magnitude earthquake rocked the Anchorage metropolitan area Thursday morning, according to the US Geological Survey.