8.8-Magnitude Earthquake in Russia Triggers Tsunami Alerts in Japan and Hawaii
A powerful 8.8-magnitude earthquake off Russia’s far eastern Kamchatka peninsula caused tsunami alerts in Japan and Hawaii on July 30. The quake damaged buildings in Russia and led to evacuation orders in Japan, including the Fukushima nuclear plant. No serious injuries reported.
A powerful 8.8-magnitude earthquake struck off Russia’s Kamchatka peninsula on July 30, triggering 4m tsunami waves and evacuation orders across the Pacific. The quake caused damage in the remote Russian region and led to evacuations in Japan. Hawaii also issued warnings and the US Coast Guard ordered ships out of harbours.
In Kamchatka, tsunami waves reaching 3m to 4m flooded parts of Severo-Kurilsk town. The earthquake was described as the strongest in decades by Kamchatka Governor Vladimir Solodov. Fortunately, no serious injuries or fatalities were reported.
The US Geological Survey reported aftershocks up to 6.9-magnitude and warned of potential tsunami waves in various countries. Japan issued evacuation orders, while the Philippines and Indonesia also prepared for possible tsunami impacts.
The quake, part of the Pacific Ring of Fire, was the strongest in the region since 1952. Despite aftershocks, authorities believe the situation is under control.
According to the source: The Straits Times.
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