Massive Earthquake in Alaska, United States of America. USGS posted a report of a 7.0 magnitude earthquake 12 kilometer earthquake outside of Anchorage, Alaska.
According to the CNN Reports. The Earthquake was timed to be around 5 PM , No incident of any human casualties are reported however the 1000s of aftershocks are expected to be felt in next 24 hours.
Authorities have warned the people to be very careful for the tsunami.
Due to the Earthquake the phone lines are very busy and necessary informations are still under way. Top Media officials including CNN has been trying to reach their correspondence and the local authorities for further information about the earthquake.
The Geological Survey of United States of America has reported that at least eight After shocks has already followed after the 7.0 Magnitude earthquake in Alaska. Among the after shocks, the largest aftershock was of magnitude 5.7
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It has been reported that Federal Emergency management Agency ( FEMA ) has released the statement and tweeted immediately stating ” First Protect yourself from Earthquake. Drop, Cover, then Hold on. Get to high Grounds as far inland as possible. Be alert to signs of tsunami, such as a sudden rise or draining of ocean waters”.
Similarly , the Department of Transportation of Alaska has now is taking the assessment of the damages that has been caused by the earthquake and has warned the residents to be very cautious.
President Donald Trump has been briefed about the Earthquake and has Tweeted to Alaska saying that : Federal Government will spare no excuse.
He said ” To the Great people of Alaska. You have been hit hard by a “big one.” Please follow the directions of the highly trained professionals who are there to help you. Your Federal Government will spare no expense. God Bless you ALL!”