A strong 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck far eastern Russia
on Thursday, prompting authorities to issue a tsunami warning for the Pacific
coastal region. The epicenter was located in waters near the Kamchatka
Peninsula, one of the most seismically active areas on the planet.
The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported that the
quake struck at a depth of approximately 40 kilometers, increasing the risk of
high waves. The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center immediately activated
precautionary protocols in coastal communities in Russia, as well as in nearby
areas of Japan and Alaska.
So far, no casualties or significant material damage have
been reported, although local authorities urged the population to stay away
from the coast and follow civil protection instructions. In cities on
Kamchatka, partial evacuation of low-lying areas was ordered due to the
possibility of abnormal waves.
The Russian peninsula, located on the so-called
"Pacific Ring of Fire," is a frequent site of high-intensity
earthquakes due to the interaction of several tectonic plates. Thursday's quake
is one of the most powerful recorded so far this year in the region.
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