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Tsunami alerts issued across Pacific after powerful 8.8 magnitude quake off Russia

A powerful earthquake struck off the coast of Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula late on Tuesday, July 29, triggering tsunami alerts across the Pacific region. The 8.8-magnitude quake, occurring at a depth of 18.2 kilometers and approximately 126 kilometers from Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, marks the strongest......

A 6.7-magnitude earthquake strikes the Maluku Islands without tsunami warning

Indonesia experienced another significant earthquake on Monday, as a 6.7-magnitude tremor was recorded off the coast of the Maluku Islands in the eastern part of the country, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). Despite the strength of the quake, no tsunami threat was issued. The......

Tsunami warning issued for Puerto Rico after 7.6 magnitude earthquake in the Caribbean

On Saturday, a powerful earthquake of magnitude 7.6 struck the Caribbean Sea, setting off a tsunami warning for Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, as confirmed by the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The earthquake occurred around 18:25 (GMT -5) approximately 30 kilometers north of Honduras. The......

Rekol's Tsunami Slai Tank Gains Approval for Use in Morocco and Brazil

Rekol, an American company specializing in the development of advanced wildfire suppression systems, has received official approval for its Tsunami SLAI tank from the Civil Aviation Authorities of Morocco and Brazil. This tank, designed specifically for the Airbus H225 Super Puma helicopter, is now the......

Commemorating the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami: A tragic legacy and global reflection

Emotional ceremonies unfolded across Asia on December 26, 2024, marking the 20th anniversary of the deadliest tsunami in recorded history, a catastrophe that claimed over 220,000 lives across 14 countries the day after Christmas in 2004. The disaster was triggered by a magnitude 9.1 earthquake off the......

Powerful 7.1 Magnitude Quake Strikes Off Southern Japan, Triggering Tsunami Concerns

In a stark reminder of Japan's geological vulnerability, a formidable earthquake measuring 7.1 on the Richter scale struck off the southern coast of the country on Thursday afternoon. This prompted immediate tsunami advisories and sent ripples of concern through the region. According to the Japan......

Natural Phenomenon Behind Receding Sea Levels Along Moroccan Coast

Directorate General of Meteorology Dispels Tsunami Fears Beachgoers along Morocco's coastline have recently been puzzled and alarmed by a noticeable drop in sea levels. This dramatic change has sparked widespread concern and speculation about the possibility of an impending tsunami. In response......

Tsunamis: Nature's Cataclysmic Waves

The immense power of the ocean can transform coastal landscapes and devastate entire communities with a single, overwhelming surge. Tsunamis, often triggered by seismic activity, have left a significant mark on human history. From ancient Greek accounts of massive waves to modern scientific investigations,......

Volcano Eruption in Indonesia: Emergency Services Deployed to Evacuate Thousands

Emergency services are on high alert in Indonesia after the Ruang volcano in the northern part of the archipelago erupted, putting thousands of people at risk. This eruption, accompanied by a tsunami risk alert in case of rock collapse into the sea, has prompted authorities to take urgent measures to......