Magnitude 6.1 earthquake registered near Adak, Alaska
A magnitude 6.1 earthquake was reported Friday morning at 4:52 a.m. Pacific time 114 miles from Adak, Alaska, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Tsunami Warning System. According to the USGS, the epicenter was more than 100 miles from a city, The Los Angeles Times reported.
In the past 10 days, there have been two earthquakes of magnitude 3.0 or greater centered nearby, the source said, adding the earthquake occurred at a depth of 31.1 miles.
No information about possible damage or injuries was immediately available. Authorities have not issued any tsunami watches or warnings in the area.