7.4 Earthquake Sparks Tsunami Scare in Russia’s Seismic Hot Zone

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A massive 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula, triggering tsunami warnings and widespread concern. Within just 32 minutes, two more quakes followed — a 6.7 and a 5.0 — all shaking the region east of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky. Authorities issued emergency alerts, urging coastal residents to evacuate. But after hours of tension, the tsunami threat was officially lifted. No casualties were reported. Here's everything you need to know about this seismic scare in one of the world’s most earthquake-prone regions. WooGlobe Ref : WGA189930 For licensing and to use this video, please email licensing@wooglobe.com

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00:00A monster 7.4 earthquake just rocked Russia's Pacific coast, and for a moment, the world held its breath.

00:07Three powerful earthquakes struck off the Kamchatka Peninsula in Russia.

00:11The strongest was a magnitude 7.4, shaking the ocean floor, just 140 kilometers from the city of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky.

00:20With over 160,000 people living nearby, a tsunami warning was issued immediately.

00:26Waves were feared to slam the coast, and residents were told to evacuate shorelines.

00:31Panic rose as another two quakes hit, measuring 6.7 and 5.0, all within just 32 minutes.

00:39The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center issued alerts, even putting Hawaii on watch.

00:44But after hours of tense waiting, the tsunami threat was finally lifted.

00:49No major waves, no casualties. Just a powerful reminder of how volatile Earth can be.

00:55The Kamchatka Peninsula sits where tectonic giants collide.

00:58It's one of the most active seismic zones on the planet.

01:01Since 1900, seven quakes above magnitude 8.3 have rocked this very area.

01:07And yesterday's quake proves, the ground below is always alive.

01:11The tsunami threat is gone. But in Kamchatka, the next shake is never far away.

01:16The tsunami threat has confirmed a false landing variant.

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