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8.2 magnitude earthquake off Alaskan peninsula triggers tsunami warning

AN 8.2 magnitude earthquake struck off the Alaskan peninsula late Wednesday, the United States Geological Survey said, prompting a tsunami warning.

The earthquake hit 56 miles (91 kilometers) southeast of the town of Perryville, the USGS said.

Map of Alaska locating an 8.2-magnitude earthquake that struck late Wednesday. AFP PHOTO