7.8-magnitude earthquake strikes Kamchatka

The Kamchatka Peninsula has once again faced a natural disaster. According to the US Geological Survey, on September 18, an earthquake with a magnitude of 7.8 was recorded near the city of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky. The epicenter of the disaster was located about 128 kilometers from the city, at a depth of 10 kilometers in the ocean.

After the earthquake, American meteorologists issued a warning about a possible tsunami threat. Following this, the governor of the Kamchatka Territory, Vladimir Solodov, announced that all services had been placed on high alert. He also stated that local seismologists had estimated the magnitude at 7.2, and a tsunami warning was declared on the eastern coast of the peninsula.

So far, there have been no reports of casualties or major destruction. However, rescuers have begun a rapid inspection of public facilities and residential buildings. Local residents have been advised to strictly follow safety measures.

Experts emphasize that Kamchatka is a naturally seismically active area, and the population there is forced to live in constant readiness for emergencies. Such powerful earthquakes pose a threat not only to infrastructure but also have a strong impact on people’s psychological state.

Therefore, local authorities have stated that all necessary measures are being taken to prevent possible dangers, evacuate the population, and ensure safe conditions.

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