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Magnitude 7.8 earthquake strikes Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky region, Russia
- A powerful magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck 127 kilometers east of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky in Russia’s Kamchatka region early Friday morning.
- The quake followed a series of strong earthquakes in the region, including an 8.8 magnitude event in late July that triggered widespread tsunami warnings.
- The earthquake occurred at a shallow depth of 19.5 kilometers and caused multiple aftershocks up to magnitude 5.8, prompting a tsunami alert that was later canceled without damage reported.
- Videos showed buildings swaying and residents gathering outdoors as emergency services immediately inspected social institutions and residential buildings, with no damage found according to Governor Vladimir Solodov.
- Situated along the tectonic margin where the Pacific Plate moves underneath the North American Plate, Kamchatka is part of the Pacific Ring of Fire and is characterized by frequent earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.
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Strong Quake Hits Russia’s Kamchatka, No Damage Reported
A strong earthquake struck Russia's far eastern Kamchatka region, the regional governor said on Friday, prompting a series of tsunami warnings in the region, but despite waves reaching the shore, there were no reports of damage. The US Geological Survey said the quake was measured at a magnitude of 7.8 and at a depth of 10 km (6.2 miles). It said a series of aftershocks followed, measuring up to 5.8. Russia's Emergencies Ministry said the quake …
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A violent earthquake hit Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula. In the meantime, even a tsunami warning was applied. Reports of damage are not yet available.
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The Independent (US)Tsunami warning issued after 7.8-magnitude earthquake hits Russia
Earthquake causes violent shaking of buildings and triggers tsunami warning
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