A powerful 8.8 magnitude earthquake struck near Russia, leading to significant damage at a Russian nuclear submarine base and triggering tsunami warnings across the Pacific. Satellite images revealed extensive impacts on the submarine facility in the aftermath of the quake. Surprisingly, initial fears of a devastating tsunami were largely alleviated as the event did not produce the expected massive waves, with minimal effects reported along the U.S. West Coast and Hawaii. Nonetheless, tsunami waves did impact Japan and even reached parts of Southern California. Authorities have since canceled advisories in many areas, but coastal communities are urged to remain vigilant following this rare seismic event.