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Russian authorities on Kamchatka peninsula and Kuril islands cancel a tsunami warning

The National Tsunami Warning Center issued a tsunami warning for parts of Alaska’s Aleutian Islands, and a watch for portions of the West Coast, including California, Oregon, Washington and

Mint on MSN · 2d

Where is Kamchatka? Russian peninsula rocked by 8.8 magnitude earthquake, causes tsunami in US, Japan

Kamchatka is a 1,250-kilometre-long peninsula located in the Far East of Russia. The Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Okhotsk serve as the eastern and western coastlines of the peninsula, respectively.

KameraOne on MSN · 1d

Tsunami waves hit Russian peninsula of Kamchatka and Japan after 8.8 magnitude earthquake

Following an earthquake measuring 8.8 on the Richter scale, tsunami waves struck Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula and Japan on Wednesday. There are no reports of fatalities so far. Tsunami warnings are in place for several other countries.

See moment a Tsunami hit Russia

The Conversation on MSN · 1d

Kamchatka earthquake is among top 10 strongest ever recorded. Here’s what they have in common

Today at about 11:30am local time, a magnitude 8.8 earthquake struck off the coast of Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula in the country’s far east. Originating at a depth of roughly 20 kilometres, today’s powerful earthquake – among the ten strongest in recorded history and the largest worldwide since 2011 – has caused building damage and injuries in the largest nearby city,

Time on MSN · 1d

What Are the Five Strongest Earthquakes Ever Recorded?

The recent Kamchatka quake ties for sixth on the all-time list. Here are the top five earthquakes by magnitude.

Austin American-Statesman · 1d

See the moment a Tsunami hit Russia after one of the strongest earthquakes ever recorded

Tsunami waves flood an area after a powerful magnitude 8.8 earthquake struck off Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula.

Tsunami warning responses in Chile, Panama and Peru

New Scientist on MSN · 22h

Kamchatka earthquake response shows tsunami warnings are improving

After an 8.8-magnitude earthquake off the coast of Russia’s Kamchatka peninsula, early tsunami warning systems kicked in and helped millions of people safely evacuate

CBS News · 1d

Recapping Tuesday's 8.8 earthquake and tsunami

An 8.8 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Russia Tuesday night, setting off tsunami warnings for coastlines across the Pacific Ocean. Jonathan Vigliotti has more.

Associated Press · 1d

Tsunami warning responses in Chile, Panama and Peru after 8.8 earthquake

Countries with some of the largest Pacific coastlines in the Americas issued warnings for larger waves or a possible tsunami following an 8.8 magnitude quake off Russia's sparsely populated Far East.

Powerful Earthquake Off Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula Triggers Tsunami Across The Pacific

At 11:24 am local time on July 30, 2025, a powerful earthquake struck offshore of the Kamchatka Peninsula, triggering a ...

How a mega earthquake spread tsunami fears across the Pacific

One of the most powerful earthquakes in history triggered a tsunami that made landfall in Russia, Japan and the US.

Russia’s Far East Suffers Some Damage From Earthquake and Tsunami

Regional authorities in one region declared an emergency after a tsunami hit the Kuril Islands, and the Kamchatka Peninsula ...

Japan issues tsunami alert following powerful quake near Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula

A magnitude-8.7 earthquake in Russia's Far East early Wednesday prompted tsunami warnings in parts of Japan, Alaska and ...

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Tsunami Fears Ease After Waves Reach Hawaii, US West Coast From Massive 8.8 Earthquake Off Russia

Hours after a massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake struck near the Russian coast, becoming one of the strongest tremors ever ...

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The Soviet Union’s secret tsunami

One of the largest earthquakes on record struck far eastern Russia this week. The last time the region was hit by a such a ...

Japan says powerful quake has hit near Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula, issues a tsunami advisory

Japan's meteorological agency said on Wednesday that a powerful earthquake hit near Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula and issued a ...

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A huge earthquake sent tsunami waves hurtling across the Pacific – but little damage was reported. Here’s what we know

One of the most powerful earthquakes in modern history shook Russia’s remote east coast Wednesday, sending tsunami waves ...

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