The strongest earthquake in Alaska on the month of March occurred on March 27, 1964. This earthquake was a magnitude 9.2 megathrust earthquake that struck Prince William Sound in southern Alaska. The earthquake lasted for over four minutes and caused widespread damage throughout the region. The earthquake triggered tsunamis that caused significant damage and loss of life along the Pacific coast of North America, as well as in Japan. The earthquake also caused significant damage to infrastructure in Alaska, including roads, bridges, and buildings. The total damage caused by the earthquake is estimated to be in the billions of dollars.