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News in English (USA) / 30.07.2025 / 12:00

Massive Earthquake off Russia Triggers Global Tsunami Warnings

A powerful 8.8-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Russia, leading to widespread tsunami warnings across the Pacific, including areas in Japan, Hawaii, Alaska, and the US West Coast. Residents in Hawaii scrambled to evacuate coastal areas as tsunami waves began to reach the islands, with reports of wave heights up to 10 feet. Tsunami advisories were also issued for the Oregon and Washington coasts, while California recorded waves approximately 0.5 meters above tide levels. In Japan, workers at Fukushima plant evacuated in response to the warnings as the regions braced for potential impacts. This event marks one of the largest earthquakes ever recorded, raising concerns and prompting urgent safety measures across affected areas.
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