Summary
A large earthquake measuring 8.8 struck off Russia's east coast, sending tsunami waves toward Japan, Hawaii, and other regions around the Pacific. The earthquake triggered alerts, prompting people to move to safer areas, but no deaths or major damage were reported.
Key Facts
- A tsunami alert was issued following an 8.8-magnitude earthquake near Russia's Far East.
- This earthquake is one of the strongest ever recorded.
- Tsunami waves reached areas including Japan and Hawaii.
- Residents in affected areas were advised to move to higher ground.
- Tsunamis are usually caused by large earthquakes underwater.
- An earthquake must be at least magnitude 6.5 to 7 to potentially cause a tsunami.
- The Ring of Fire, with many earthquakes, is a common area for tsunamis.
- Tuesday's earthquake was shallow, meaning it occurred close to the Earth's surface, increasing the likelihood of a tsunami.
