An earthquake, which is considered moderate, of magnitude 4.6 shook central Alaska this Monday morning, according to the United States Geological Survey.
The quake had its epicenter about two miles from Eagle River, although it was also felt in Anchorage and other neighboring cities such as Wasilla and Valdez. It was also felt at Elmenforf Air Force Base in Anchorage, Alaska’s most populous city.
So far no person has been reported injured by the earthquake.
According to official data, the movement occurred around 6:47 in the morning, when a large part of the citizens were still in their homes, reported Univisión.
At the moment, there is no tsunami warning, according to the National Weather Service.
According to the data that was provided by USGS revealed that the earthquake had a depth of 17.5 miles.
This tectonic plate movement comes on the heels of another that was reported off the West Coast on Sunday.
A 3.8-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of southern California early Sunday in the vicinity of Malibu, according to authorities.
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