Powerful Quake Hits Kamchatka Coast, Triggers Tsunami Alert
A 7.2 magnitude earthquake off Russia's Kamchatka coast has prompted tsunami warnings. The quake struck at a depth of 51 km, raising alarms for potential further impacts.
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A magnitude 7.2 earthquake struck off the east coast of Russia's Kamchatka region at a depth of 51 km (32 miles), according to the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC).
The U.S. National Tsunami Warning Center has issued a tsunami threat as a result of the quake.
Authorities are monitoring the situation closely to assess the risk of further impacts and ensure public safety.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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