US tsunami warning issued after earthquake in Alaska Peninsula region

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A tsunami warning has been issued after an earthquake in the Alaska Peninsula region, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) has said.

The US Tsunami Warning System issued the threat after the 7.4 magnitude earthquake, which struck early on Sunday.

The “notable quake” was at a depth of 9.3km (5.78 miles), the USGS said on social media.

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