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Massive 8.8 Quake Sparks Tsunami Warnings Across Pacific

8/2/2025

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A powerful magnitude-8.8 earthquake struck off Russia's Kamchatka peninsula on July 29, sparking tsunami warnings that prompted the evacuation of nearly two million people in Japan and across the Pacific. While enhanced warning systems showed their worth, experts emphasize the urgent need for improved forecasting and heightened public awareness in at-risk areas like Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.

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A powerful magnitude-8.8 earthquake struck off Russia's Kamchatka peninsula on July 29, sparking tsunami warnings that prompted the evacuation of nearly two million people in Japan and across the Pacific. While enhanced warning systems showed their worth, experts emphasize the urgent need for improved forecasting and heightened public awareness in at-risk areas like Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.