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8.7-Magnitude Earthquake Near Russia Sets Off Tsunami Watch for West Coast, Including California

Tsunami warnings have also been issued for parts of Japan, Alaska and Hawaii.
byAkira
August 6, 2025
8.7-Magnitude Earthquake Near Russia Sets Off Tsunami Watch for West Coast, Including California

Massive 8.7 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Russia’s Far East, Triggering Pacific-Wide Tsunami Alerts

A powerful magnitude-8.7 earthquake struck Russia’s Far East early Wednesday, prompting widespread tsunami warnings across the Pacific region, including Japan, Alaska, and Hawaii.

Immediate Impact and Regional Response

The earthquake’s epicenter was located on the Kamchatka Peninsula, causing significant damage and leading to evacuations in nearby Russian regions. According to Russia’s Tass news agency, residents in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky experienced:

  • People fleeing buildings without proper clothing
  • Toppled furniture and broken mirrors
  • Swaying vehicles and shaking balconies
  • Power outages and disrupted mobile services

Tsunami Warnings and Expected Impact

The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center issued alerts for multiple coastal regions, with potential wave heights varying by location:

  • 1-3 meters: Hawaii, Chile, Japan, and Solomon Islands
  • Over 3 meters: Russia and Ecuador coastal areas

Japan’s meteorological agency warned of possible 3-meter waves along northern Japanese coasts, with expected arrival within 30 minutes of the alert.

Technical Details of the Earthquake

The earthquake occurred at 8:25 a.m. Japan time, with the following characteristics:

  • Final magnitude measurement: 8.7 (upgraded from initial 8.0)
  • Depth: 19.3 kilometers (12 miles)
  • Location: Approximately 250 kilometers from Hokkaido, Japan

Regional Alert Status

The National Tsunami Warning Center extended alerts to multiple regions:

  • Alaska Aleutian Islands (warning)
  • U.S. West Coast – California, Oregon, and Washington (watch)
  • Hawaii (warning)
  • Alaska panhandle coastline (advisory)

Historical Context

This event follows several significant seismic activities in the region:

  • Earlier July 2023: Five powerful quakes, including a magnitude 7.4
  • November 1952: Magnitude 9.0 earthquake triggered 9.1-meter waves in Hawaii

Emergency services remain on high alert as they continue to monitor the situation and coordinate evacuation efforts across affected regions.

byAkira
August 6, 2025