Tsunami Alert? 5.2 Quake Shakes Alaska’s Aleutian Islands

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A powerful 5.2 magnitude earthquake has struck off the coast of Alaska's Aleutian Islands, followed by a 4.8 aftershock just hours later. While no official tsunami warning has been issued, concerns are rising as experts monitor the situation closely. The quake originated from the Aleutian megathrust—a major subduction zone known for intense seismic activity. With a 60% chance of more quakes this week, residents remain on high alert. Here's everything you need to know. WooGlobe Ref : WGA530258 For licensing and to use this video, please email licensing@wooglobe.com

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00:00A powerful earthquake just rocked Alaska's Aleutian Islands,

00:03and fears of a tsunami are rising fast.

00:06At 1 a.m. local time, a 5.2-magnitude quake hit near Nikolsky.

00:11Just two hours later, a second quake struck, this one measuring 4.8.

00:15No official tsunami warning has been issued yet.

00:18But residents aren't waiting to find out.

00:21Reports say people are on edge, watching the waves and waiting for updates.

00:25The shaking came from the Aleutian megathrust.

00:28That's where the massive Pacific plate dives under the North American plate.

00:32This region sees thousands of earthquakes every year.

00:35But when one gets this strong, people take notice.

00:38The USGS says there's a 60% chance of another 3.0 or stronger quake nearby this week.

00:44And a small chance, a 2% risk of another big one.

00:47Alaska is no stranger to seismic drama.

00:50But each new quake reminds everyone how powerful nature really is.

00:54Stay alert. This story is still unfolding.

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