Historical Events tagged with "gulf of alaska"

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Natural Disasters

Major 7.9 Mw Earthquake Strikes Gulf of Alaska

January 23rd, 2018 7 years ago

A powerful 7.9 Mw earthquake struck in the Gulf of Alaska, registering as one of the largest earthquakes recorded in the United States. The seismic event occurred on January 23, 2018, and while it was significant in its magnitude, there were no reports of significant damage or fatalities. The earthquake's depth and location in the ocean contributed to the absence of destructive impact on coastal communities.

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