A significant 7.4 magnitude earthquake has hit the eastern coast of Russia today. The earthquake struck Russia’s Kamchatka peninsula early on Saturday, September 13, according to the US Geological Survey. This event follows a massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake that occurred in the same region a few weeks ago.
The USGS reported that the epicenter of the recent earthquake was located 111.7 km (69.3 miles) east of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, with a depth of approximately 39 km (24 miles). Despite the seismic activity, no tsunami threat was issued by the US Tsunami warning system.
This earthquake is believed to be an aftershock of the previous 8.8 magnitude quake that happened in July off the coast of Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula. The earlier quake, one of the strongest recorded, led to tsunami warnings and evacuations in various countries.
Unlike the previous earthquake, the recent 7.4 magnitude event did not cause significant disruptions. Although a tsunami threat was initially announced by the US Tsunami warning system, it was later canceled. There have been no immediate reports of injuries or extensive damage, and the population in the affected area is relatively small.
Earthquakes result from the movement of tectonic plates along fault lines, releasing energy in the form of seismic waves. Currently, there are no tsunami warnings or threats in effect, as confirmed by officials. The earthquake struck west of Kamchatsky, a city with a population of 181,000 people, along the Kuril-Kamchatka Arc, known for its high seismic activity.
The Kuril-Kamchatka Arc extends over 2,100 km from Hokkaido, Japan, through the Kuril Islands to the Kamchatka Peninsula. This region is recognized as one of the most seismically active areas globally, with historical earthquakes reaching magnitudes of 9.0.
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