Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula Shaken by Powerful Earthquake and Volcano Eruption
Russia Earthquake Volcano Eruption
August 19, 2024 – In a dramatic display of the Earth's geological power, the Kamchatka Peninsula in Russia has recently experienced a significant earthquake and a simultaneous volcanic eruption. This remote region, known for its seismic and volcanic activity, has once again reminded the world of the raw forces at play beneath the Earth's crust.
A Powerful Earthquake Strikes Kamchatka
On August 18, 2024, at approximately 10:15 AM local time, a powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 7.4 struck the Kamchatka Peninsula. The epicenter was located offshore, about 50 kilometers southeast of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, the region's largest city. The quake was felt across the peninsula, shaking buildings and causing widespread alarm among residents.
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