Massive Earthquake Rocks Alaska on Thanksgiving Morning

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On Thanksgiving morning, a powerful 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck just 30 miles from Anchorage, Alaska—home to over 300,000 people. Thousands reported intense shaking across south-central Alaska, with no major damage or injuries confirmed so far. Experts say this region is one of the most seismically active on Earth and warn that more tremors may follow. Here’s what happened and why it matters. WooGlobe Ref : WGA753061 For licensing and to use this video, please email licensing@wooglobe.com

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00:00On Thanksgiving morning, while families were just waking up, a massive 6.0 earthquake shook Alaska's largest city.

00:06At 8.11 a.m. local time, the quake struck near Susitna, just 30 miles from Anchorage, home to over 300,000 Americans.

00:15More than 6,000 people reported strong shaking, and that number is still rising.

00:20Locals described it as a couple dozen jolts at once.

00:24And just minutes later, another smaller quake rattled the same area.

00:28Alaska sits on one of Earth's most powerful seismic zones.

00:31It's where the Pacific plate grinds beneath the North American plate.

00:35This constant pressure leads to violent releases, like this one.

00:39Experts now warn there's a 77% chance of another strong quake this week.

00:44Thankfully, no major injuries or damage have been reported.

00:47But make no mistake, this was a powerful reminder.

00:51In Alaska, the ground beneath your feet is never truly still.

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