Russia Hit by 7.8 Quake, Tsunami Alert Issued

A massive earthquake struck Russia, prompting a tsunami alert. Two tremors in one night shook Russia. A powerful 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck the eastern coast of Kamchatka on Friday morning. Five aftershocks, each measuring 5.8 in intensity, were felt. This has prompted a tsunami alert. Waves ranging from 30 to 62 centimeters high were observed along the coast. A 7.8-magnitude tremor was felt near the island of Kamchatka. The strong tremors frightened residents. Numerous videos of the earthquake have surfaced on social media, showing furniture, cars, and lights shaking violently. Russia has experienced four earthquakes of magnitude 7 or greater in the past three months.

Kamchatka Governor Vladimir Solodov stated that all emergency services are on high alert, but no casualties have been reported so far. Four major earthquakes of magnitude 7.0 or greater have been recorded in the region, including today's.

According to the US Geological Survey (USGS), the quake struck 128 kilometers from the Russian city of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, at a depth of 10 kilometers. Russia's State Geophysical Service estimated the quake's magnitude at 7.4.

The governor said on Telegram, "This morning is once again testing the patience of the people of Kamchatka. There are currently no reports of casualties. I appeal to everyone to remain calm." A tsunami warning has been issued for the eastern coast of Kamchatka. The public is being alerted. Investigations have begun for damage to social institutions and residential buildings following the earthquake. A tsunami warning has also been issued for parts of the Kuril Islands.

An earthquake also struck Kamchatka on Saturday

Kamchatka, Russia, has experienced earthquakes before. A massive 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck on Saturday (September 13), prompting a tsunami warning. According to the US Geological Survey (USGS), the quake struck 111 kilometers (69 miles) east of the Russian city of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, the administrative center of the Kamchatka region, at a depth of 39.5 kilometers.

Russia has experienced three earthquakes this month

Kamchatka, Russia, is a highly earthquake-prone region. This month (September 2025), Kamchatka has experienced three earthquakes. A magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck on September 15, followed by a magnitude 7.4 earthquake on September 13. Several earthquakes also occurred in July, with a magnitude 8.8 earthquake on July 30 and a magnitude 7.4 earthquake on July 20.