Massive Earthquake Rattles Russia, Sparks Global Tsunami Alerts
A powerful 8.8 magnitude earthquake struck Russia's Kamchatka region, triggering tsunami alerts across Japan, Hawaii, and the US West Coast. While initially prompting mass evacuations, the aftermath saw limited damages and injuries. Areas in Chile and Colombia remain vigilant, with Pacific Ocean communities expecting unusual currents.
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One of the most formidable earthquakes recorded struck Russia's remote Kamchatka Peninsula on Wednesday, igniting tsunami warnings from Japan to the US West Coast. Despite the chaos, only minor injuries and damages have been reported.
Authorities issued alerts after the 8.8 magnitude quake, urging millions to relocate temporarily to higher ground. Although threats diminished in many regions, like the US and Japan, South America's shores remained cautious.
The quake, centering offshore near Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, prompted evacuations throughout Pacific coastlines. Meanwhile, Chile heightened alerts, urging swift evacuations, as the Pacific's seismic faults remained active.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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