In a dramatic turn of events, a massive earthquake with a magnitude of -8.7 struck Avacha Bay off Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula on Wednesday – the strongest in the area since 1952. The quake triggered tsunami warnings across the Pacific, sending waves of concern through coastal communities 🌊.
Russia's Unified Geophysical Service in Kamchatka recorded over 30 aftershocks, with magnitudes ranging from 2.0 to 5.0. Quick action followed as passengers at Petropavlovsk‑Kamchatsky Airport were evacuated. Fortunately, while one minor injury was reported, the airport's runways and aprons remained intact, and operations have resumed.
This powerful event serves as a reminder of nature's unpredictable force—almost like a high-stakes action movie scene, but with very real impacts. Stay informed and safe, amigos!
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Tsunami warnings issued across the Pacific following Kamchatka quake
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