Magnitude 6.2 Earthquake Strikes Near Nikolski, Alaska

A magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck southwest of Nikolski, Alaska, early Thursday, prompting authorities to issue a tsunami information statement.

Earthquake Hits Southwest of Nikolski

The earthquake was located approximately 65 miles southwest of Nikolski in Alaska’s Aleutian Islands region.

The event was recorded at about 3:17 a.m. AKDT on September 3.

No Tsunami Expected After Alaska Earthquake

The National Tsunami Warning Center said a tsunami was not expected following the magnitude 6.2 earthquake.

No tsunami warning, advisory, watch or threat was issued for Alaska or surrounding coastal areas.

Officials continue to monitor seismic activity in the region for possible aftershocks or changes to the earthquake assessment.