Tsunami Alert Lifted But Risks Linger After Major Quake

A tsunami warning was cancelled by Russian authorities after a strong earthquake hit near the Kamchatka peninsula and the Kuril islands. Some risks persist, as aftershocks up to 7.5 magnitude and additional tsunamis in Avacha Bay are possible, according to the Emergency Ministry.

Russian authorities have lifted a tsunami warning for the Kamchatka peninsula and the Kuril islands following a significant earthquake on Wednesday.

Despite the cancellation, officials warn that risks remain. The regional Emergency Ministry in Kamchatka indicates that aftershocks reaching magnitudes as high as 7.5 are anticipated.

Additional tsunamis could occur in Avacha Bay, the location of the regional capital, Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, according to scientists' projections.

(With inputs from agencies.)