Video: Tsunami Confirmed After 7.3 Magnitude Earthquake Near Alaska Peninsula – Evacuations Underway in Seward
Tsunami Confirmed After 7.3 Magnitude Earthquake Near Alaska Peninsula – Evacuations Underway in Seward https://t.co/JroavxnePB pic.twitter.com/dZbTjGUCTP
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Authorities say tsunami impacts are expected along portions of the Alaskan coast, and immediate evacuations are underway. In Seward, residents are being directed to move to higher ground as tsunami sirens sound and emergency alerts are issued.
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Video footage shared online shows people leaving coastal areas in a rush, as emergency services and local authorities coordinate response efforts to ensure public safety.
The National Tsunami Warning Center has issued official warnings, and additional alerts may follow as the situation develops. Residents across coastal Alaska are urged to follow evacuation orders and stay tuned for further instructions.
This is a developing story.
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