A powerful earthquake off Russia’s eastern coast has triggered tsunami warnings across the Pacific, placing regions from Chile to the U.S. West Coast on high alert.
The quake, which struck near the Kuril Islands, prompted immediate monitoring by the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center, with authorities urging coastal residents in multiple countries to remain vigilant.
Emergency services in Chile, Peru, and along the U.S. Pacific coastline are closely tracking wave activity, while Russia has issued evacuation advisories for parts of its Far East. Although no significant waves have yet been reported, officials caution that conditions could change rapidly.
Seismologists warn that even distant coastal areas may experience strong currents and dangerous surges in the wake of the undersea quake. Residents in at-risk zones are advised to follow local emergency guidance until the threat subsides.
This event underscores the interconnected nature of Pacific seismic activity, where powerful earthquakes can pose hazards thousands of miles away.
