A massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake struck near Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula at 7:24 PM EST, triggering widespread tsunami warnings across the Pacific Rim. Waves have already hit parts of Russia and Japan, causing flooding, injuries, and panic evacuations.
Japan is on high alert, with coastal defenses breached and emergency sirens sounding. In the U.S., a tsunami advisory is now in effect for Hawaii, Guam, and the West Coast, including California, Oregon, and Washington. Waves are expected to reach U.S. shores around 4:00 AM EST.
Authorities urge residents to stay away from beaches and follow evacuation protocols. This is an ongoing situation — stay tuned for updates and share to warn others.
