4.6-Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Alaska

A 4.6-magnitude earthquake rumbled through an area northeast of Anchorage on Monday morning, the United States Geological Survey said.

More than 1,000 people reported that they felt the shaking from the earthquake, which was designated as light to moderate. There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries, the authorities said.

The earthquake, which occurred at about 6:47 a.m. local time, was felt by people in Wasilla, Valdez and Eagle River, a community about 2 miles from the epicenter, as well as on Elmendorf Air Force Base in Anchorage, the most populated city in Alaska.

No tsunami warnings or advisories were issued in connection with the earthquake, according to the National Weather Service.