7.7 Quake Calls for Tsunami Warning in Alaska

There have been quite a few earthquakes in the last week. We seldom post about them any more due to the frequency.  I figure most of you are already watching for that particular sign all on your own.

However, sounds like a big one hit today.

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — The U.S. Coast Guard is warning people in far southern Alaska to take precautions after a tsunami warning was issued for coastal areas of Alaska and the Pacific Northwest.

The warning was sparked by a strong earthquake Saturday night that shook off the west coast of Canada.

The U.S. Geological Survey says the 7.7-magnitude earthquake hit in the Queen Charlotte Islands area, followed by a 5.8-magnitude aftershock several minutes later.

http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/world/2012/10/28/quake-canada-tsunami/1663257/