6.6-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Near Alaskan Island

6.6-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Near Alaskan Island
Seismic map of a 6.6 magnitude earthquake between Alaska and Russia on Oct. 8, 2017.USGS
Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
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A 6.6-magnitude earthquake hit near an island in Alaska on Sunday evening, according to U.S. officials.

The U.S. Geological Survey said that the quake hit 37 miles (60 km) from Buldir Island with a depth of 69 miles (111 km).
Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
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