Alaska: An earthquake measuring 5 on the Richter scale struck the US state of Alaska. The US Geological Survey reported that the earthquake occurred 76 kilometers southeast of the city of Atka, at a depth of 16.7 kilometers. There were no immediate reports of casualties or damage.
According to National Iraqi News Agency, the seismic event was recorded and analyzed by the US Geological Survey, which monitors earthquake activity around the world. The lack of immediate reports of casualties or damage suggests that the affected area may have been sparsely populated or that infrastructure withstood the tremor. Emergency services in the region remain on alert to assess any potential impact and provide necessary assistance.