A powerful 7.3 magnitude earthquake struck near Sand Point, Alaska, at a depth of 10 km on Wednesday.

The quake resulted from thrust fault movement along the boundary of the Pacific and North American tectonic plates.

A brief tsunami warning was issued for coastal areas including Kodiak, Unalaska, and King Cove, but was later cancelled.

No injuries were reported, though strong tremors were felt.

Located on the Pacific Ring of Fire, Alaska experiences frequent earthquakes and accounts for approximately 11% of global seismic activity.

The area previously witnessed the devastating 1964 Great Alaska Earthquake, which registered a massive 9.2 magnitude, making it the strongest quake ever recorded in North America.