
Which type of earthquake was the Alaskan quake? Understanding Foreshocks, Mainshocks, and Aftershocks
A massive 7.3 magnitude earthquake struck near Sand Point, Alaska, on July 16, 2025, prompting an urgent tsunami warning for parts of the Alaskan Peninsula. According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), the earthquake in Alaska occurred at 12:37 p.m. …