Nearly 500 earthquakes have struck Alaska over the past wee k, the Alaska Earthquake Center reported, with one of the most recent quakes rattling the Anchorage area on Thanksgiving.

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.'

A magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck near Susitna, about 9 miles west of the community and roughly 30 miles from Anchorage.