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Major US city on volcano watch is rocked by earthquake

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The 4.7 magnitude earthquake is the fifth quake measuring a 4.1 magnitude or greater in the South-Central region of Alaska in the last 11 days .

Anchorage sits about 78 miles from Mount Spurr , which continues to show signs of unrest with elevated seismic activity and increased gas emissions.

Residents across the region have been warned to 'stay alert for aftershocks and follow local emergency guidance'.