August 18th 2024.
In recent news, Russia's Shiveluch volcano has erupted. This occurrence was preceded by a magnitude 7.0 earthquake off the eastern coast of the country. According to reports from state-run media outlet TASS, a massive ash plume was sent into the sky as a result of the eruption.
TASS stated that the ash column has reached a height of 8 kilometers above sea level, based on visual assessments. The volcano has also released a stream of lava. Thankfully, there have been no reports of any injuries, according to TASS.
The Shiveluch volcano is located approximately 450 kilometers from Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, a coastal city with a population of about 181,000 in Russia's eastern region of Kamchatka. TASS reported that while the earthquake did not cause any significant damage, buildings are currently being inspected for potential harm, with a particular focus on social facilities.
The quake, which has a preliminary magnitude of 7.0, struck in the Pacific off the far eastern coast of Russia, near a prominent naval base. Initially, it triggered a tsunami warning, which was later lifted. Social media footage has surfaced, showing buildings shaking and trembling during the earthquake.
According to the US Geological Survey, the earthquake occurred 29 kilometers below the surface, with its epicenter approximately 102 kilometers east of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky. This city, which is surrounded by volcanoes, is also home to an essential Russian submarine base.
The US National Weather Service's Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre in Honolulu initially issued a warning that hazardous tsunami waves were possible for coasts within 480 kilometers of the earthquake's epicenter. However, they later announced that the threat had passed. The center also warned that some coastal areas near the site of the earthquake may experience minor sea level fluctuations for a few hours.
This is an ongoing story, and more updates will be provided. Stay tuned with CNN and the Associated Press for the latest developments.
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