A powerful 8.7-magnitude earthquake struck off the eastern coast of Russia near the Kamchatka Peninsula at 2:24 am on Wednesday, July 30. The quake has prompted tsunami alerts across the Pacific, affecting regions including Hawaii, Japan, and parts of Russia. In response to the seismic activity, evacuation orders have been issued for coastal areas of northeastern Japan as authorities take precautionary measures to ensure public safety. Residents are being urged to move to higher ground and remain vigilant as further assessments are conducted.
