A significant magnitude 5.4 earthquake struck off the coast of southern Alaska, specifically 43 miles southwest of Seward, on Thursday morning at around 9:33 a.m. AKST. The quake was centered in a remote coastal area near Fox River, approximately 110 miles south of Anchorage, and was felt across the Kenai Peninsula, including cities like Homer and Anchorage. Seismologists from the U.S. Geological Survey reported the earthquake was about 15 miles deep. Residents in Anchorage, the most populous city in Alaska, reported feeling strong shaking, with some describing it as a violent jolt that made standing difficult and caused household messes. Despite the moderate shaking, there were no initial reports of damage or injuries, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration confirmed there was no tsunami risk. This earthquake is the largest in Southcentral Alaska since March 2023, and it is considered a significant seismic event given Alaska's high seismic activity, which includes the 1964 earthquake of magnitude 9.2. Fire officials in Seward noted the quake was probably the closest to Seward they have felt in about eight years, with no damage reported. The event underscores Alaska's position as one of the most earthquake-prone regions in the world.