Tsunami Warnings Issued After Powerful Earthquake Near Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula

The provided map illustrates regions that received tsunami warnings and advisories. This information originates from the Japan Meteorological Agency.

A significant earthquake, registering a magnitude of 8, occurred off the coast of Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula on Wednesday. This seismic event triggered tsunami warnings from both Japan and the U.S. Tsunami Warning Center.

According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the earthquake's epicenter was relatively shallow, with a depth of 19.3 kilometers (12 miles).

The Japan Meteorological Agency anticipated a tsunami, potentially reaching 1 meter (3.28 feet) in height, to impact extensive coastal areas, beginning around 0100 GMT.

Furthermore, the U.S. Tsunami Warning System issued warnings for "hazardous tsunami waves" along specific coastlines of Russia and Japan, with an expected arrival time within the subsequent three hours.