Tsunami Hits Kamchatka after Magnitude 8.8 Earthquake - Russia

On 30 July, at around 02:24 hours (local time), an 8.8-magnitude earthquake struck 119 km east-southeast of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky. The quake triggered a tsunami of up to 4 meters, prompting evacuations and damaging buildings in the affected region. Preliminary reports indicate that no injuries have been reported. The earthquake was preceded and succeeded by several earthquakes with magnitudes ranging up to 6.9.

Advice

Aftershocks are possible after a major earthquake. Avoid going near beaches and/or harbours. Authorities have advised people to make note of evacuation sites and ways to confirm that family members are safe. Make preparations to move to high ground immediately. Households with infants, seniors, or handicapped members should consider evacuating voluntarily. If planning to travel to the affected area, be prepared for damaged infrastructure and disrupted transportation and communication systems.