A significant earthquake has prompted tsunami warnings from US authorities following a seismic event off the Kamchatka Peninsula in Russia. The earthquake occurred at 11:24 AM local time (1:24 AM CET), registering a magnitude of 8.0. Reports indicate the earthquake’s epicenter was situated at a depth varying between 10 and 74 kilometers.
The region has experienced increased seismic activity in recent days, with a previous earthquake of magnitude 7.4 previously triggering a temporary tsunami warning that was subsequently lifted. It’s important to note that earthquakes of magnitude 8.0 release approximately eight times more energy than those of magnitude 7.4, highlighting the potential for greater impact. Authorities are currently assessing the situation and continuing to monitor for potential tsunami activity.