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Watch: Major earthquake off Russia triggers widespread tsunami warnings

Original Article

A powerful magnitude 8.8 earthquake struck off Russia's far eastern Kamchatka Peninsula at about 11:25 local time on Wednesday. Tsunami warnings and evacuation orders were issued around the world, including in Japan, Ecuador, Hawaii, and the west coast of North America.

Impacts

The earthquake was felt in the Pacific Ocean region, with varying impacts reported. Several coastal communities in Japan and Ecuador were evacuated as a precaution, and authorities in Hawaii and the western United States also issued tsunami warnings. The earthquake did not trigger any severe damage or injuries.