Tsunami warnings for the Pacific coast of the US and Canada have been lifted after a strong earthquake hit off the coast of Alaska yesterday.
The quake with a magnitude of 7.9 occurred at 12:35 am local time.
Warnings of tsunamis which were issued for British Columbia, south and south east Alaska, the Alaskan peninsula and the Aleutian Islands have now been lifted.
However, the US National Weather Service advised against returning to hazard zones until local emergency officials indicate it is safe to do so.
In a revised travel advisory for the US, the Foreign and Commonwealth Office said: “You should monitor local reports and follow any advice issued by the local authorities.”
British travellers were also warned of a powerful winter storm continuing to affect several states along the east coast of the US.
“Hazardous weather conditions have led to power outages and travel disruption in some areas, including delays and cancellations to flights,” the FCO said.
“If you’re in the area or due to travel, you should monitor local media, follow the advice of the local authorities and check with your airline or transport provider before travelling to your point of departure.