Tsunami warning issued for parts of Alaska after earthquake off coast

Natural Disaster Event - A 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck near an island on the Alaskan Peninsula [1] - The National Weather Service issued a tsunami warning for parts of Alaska [1][4] - A tsunami has been confirmed [2][4] Affected Area and Population - The affected area is a sparsely populated region along the Alaskan Peninsula [2] - Anchorage, the closest major city, is not currently affected [3] Safety Measures - People in certain zones are advised to evacuate or move to higher ground immediately [1][4] - Phone alerts are being sent to residents, urging them to seek higher ground [4] Ongoing Assessment - Authorities are still assessing the potential damage and size of the tsunami [5]