28 Oct 2023 | 03:34 AM UTC
US: Magnitude-5 earthquake occurs in southeastern Alaska at around 19:01 Oct. 27
Magnitude-5 earthquake occurs near Covenant Life, Alaska, US, at 19:01 Oct. 27. No immediate reports of damage or injuries.
A magnitude-5 earthquake occurred in southeastern Alaska at around 19:01 Oct. 27. The epicenter was about 50 km (31 miles) south-southwest of Covenant Life, Alaska. The tremor occurred at a depth of about 3 km (2 miles), and weak-to-light shaking was probably felt in parts of Haines, Juneau, and Yakutat boroughs in Alaska and Whitehorse in Yukon Territory in Canada. There have been no initial reports of damage or casualties as a result of the earthquake; significant damage is unlikely. It could take several hours until authorities can conduct comprehensive damage assessments, especially in remote areas. Aftershocks are likely over the coming days.
Officials may temporarily shut down transportation infrastructure in the tremor zone to check for damage. Minor disruptions could occur during shutdowns, but service will likely resume quickly if no damage is found. Utility outages are possible where shaking occurred.
Out of an abundance of caution, consider vacating multistory buildings where shaking occurred until authorities confirm their structural integrity. Monitor and plan for aftershocks.
