A recent earthquake in Russia's Far East has triggered renewed tsunami warnings, connecting the event to a volcano erupting after centuries of dormancy. Authorities remain cautious as new tremors and eruptions unfold.
On 30 July 2025, a 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck the Kuril Islands, part of Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula. The Pacific Tsunami Warning System initially issued alerts for possible small waves, measuring up to 19 centimetres (approximately 7.5 inches) in some coastal areas. Russian officials advised residents to stay away from the shore, despite the low wave heights.
