How the 1964 Earthquake Changed Construction in Alaska
Sixty years ago, a magnitude 9.2 earthquake forced Southcentral to rebuild, driving new seismic engineering and construction methods.
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Governor Dunleavy’s Request for Extension of FEMA Earthquake Assistance Approved
Governor Michael Dunleavy’s request to extend the disaster assistance registration period for individuals or households impacted by the November 30th Cook Inlet Earthquake has been approved by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
How to Fix an Earthquake in Four Days
At 8:30 a.m. on November 30, Alaskans were shaken by a 7.0 magnitude earthquake that hit about eight miles north of Anchorage. The quake shook buildings, rattled road systems, and even prompted a tsunami warning that was later canceled.