Tsunami risk appears to pass for U.S. after massive Russian earthquake; South American countries issue new warnings
Tsunami Threat Recedes for U.S. After Massive Russian Quake; South America Remains Vigilant Following one of the strongest earthquakes recorded this century, an 8.8-magnitude temblor off Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula, the immediate threat of a major tsunami has largely passed for the United States. However, countries across South America's Pacific coast are still grappling with active warnings and ongoing evacuations as tsunami waves continue to impact their shores. The powerful earthquake, which struck early Wednesday local time (July 30, 2025), prompted widespread tsunami alerts across the Pacific Basin. Initially, warnings and advisories were issued for Alaska, Hawaii, and the U.S. West Coast. While some areas, particularly in northern California, experienced small waves and dangerous currents, the feared widespread devastation did not materialize. By late Wednesday, most tsunami advisories for the U.S. had been lifted, and emergency officials declared the immediate danger...