Tsunami
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Earthquake of magnitude 5.9 jolts New Zealand, tsunami advisory issued
World | Jul 16, 2026, 04:44 PM ISTThe epicentre of the earthquake was reported to be near Te Anau town of New Zealand. The country's National Emergency Management Agency said it has issued a tsunami warning for the coastal areas.
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Philippines earthquake death count rises to 35 as jolts lead to landslides and tsunami | Top updates
World | Jun 09, 2026, 07:19 AM ISTA powerful 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck off the southern Philippines on Monday, killing at least 35 people and injuring more than 200 others. The quake triggered a tsunami that sent waves of up to 1.4 metres onto nearby coastlines.
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Earthquake of 7.4 magnitude hits Indonesia, hazardous Tsunami warning issued
World | Apr 02, 2026, 07:05 AM ISTEarthquake hits Indonesia: Indonesia’s Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency issued a tsunami warning following the quake, though it said the threat level remained under close monitoring.
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Earthquake of 6.2 magnitude hits western Japan, tremors felt across the country
World | Jan 06, 2026, 08:48 AM ISTEarthquake hits Japan: The epicenter was located at a depth of about 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) inland, the agency said, adding there was no risk of a tsunami. No injuries or damage were reported from the quake.
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India's next-gen tsunami alert system 'Tarang' to cut warning time to under 2 minutes | EXCLUSIVE
India | Nov 05, 2025, 07:51 PM IST‘Tarang’, a high-performance next-generation tsunami warning system designed to detect and relay alerts in real time, is currently under development. It is expected to be operational within the next six to seven months.
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World Tsunami Awareness Day: Remembering the world's deadliest Tsunamis in pics
World | Nov 05, 2025, 12:16 PM ISTEvery year on November 5, the world observes World Tsunami Awareness Day to raise awareness about the dangers of tsunamis and emphasise the importance of early warning systems, preparedness, and community resilience.
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PHOTOS | From Russia to Indonesia, 5 of the most devastating tsunamis ever
World | Jul 31, 2025, 06:04 PM ISTAn earthquake of 8.8 magnitude hit Russia on Wednesday, triggering massive tsunamis in the region, including the US West Coast, Canada and Japan. The quake affected millions of people, but just one death was reported in Japan.
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Honolulu Roads Jammed, Gas Stations Crowded Amid Tsunami Warning
Originals | Jul 30, 2025, 02:42 PM ISTHonolulu sees heavy traffic and long gas lines as residents react to tsunami warnings triggered by the powerful earthquake in the Pacific. Authorities urge calm as emergency protocols are activated across Hawaii.
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Tsunami threat looms over these 12 countries after massive earthquake in Russia | Check full list
World | Jul 30, 2025, 01:29 PM ISTA tsunami is a series of powerful sea waves typically caused by undersea earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, or landslides that displace large volumes of water. Unlike regular ocean waves generated by wind, tsunamis can travel at jetliner speeds across vast stretches of the ocean.
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Earthquake hits Russia: Why is Kamchatka called 'Ring Of Fire', why is this region prone to quakes?
Explainers | Jul 30, 2025, 12:21 PM ISTAs per the updates by the NCS, the earthquake took place at a latitude of 52.56 north and a longitude of 160.10 east and was at a depth of 55 kilometres."EQ of M: 7.8, On: 30/07/2025 04:54:56 IST, Lat: 52.56 N, Long: 160.10 E, Depth: 55 Km, Location: Off East Coast of Kamchatka," the NCS stated.
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Earthquake, tsunami: Chile upgrades its tsunami warning to red | Highlights
World | Jul 30, 2025, 10:46 PM ISTTsunami waves of up to 3-4 meters were recorded in Kamchatka, according to regional emergency minister Sergei Lebedev. Evacuations were ordered in Kamchatka, Japan, and other locations, including Hawaii, where a tsunami watch is in effect.
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What Tsunami Experts Are Saying About the 8.8 Earthquake Near Kamchatka
News | Jul 30, 2025, 01:07 PM ISTAn 8.8-magnitude earthquake struck off Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula, triggering tsunami warnings across the Pacific—from Alaska and Hawaii to New Zealand. Hear from Tsunami Warning Coordinator Dave Snider as the situation unfolds.
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Indian consulate in San Francisco issues advisory as earthquake hits Russia, check helpline number
World | Jul 30, 2025, 09:20 AM ISTEarthquake hits Russia: Indian nationals in California, other US West Coast states, and Hawaii are advised to take precautionary steps.
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Moment when 8.8 magnitude earthquake rocks Russia's Kamchatka | Watch terrifying videos
World | Jul 30, 2025, 08:14 AM ISTA powerful earthquake of magnitude 8.8 struck off the east coast of Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula on Wednesday morning, triggering tsunami alerts across the Pacific, including Russia, Japan, Guam, Hawaii, and Alaska.
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Tsunami hits Russia after earthquake of 8.8 magnitude strikes Kamchatka, US and Japan on alert
World | Jul 30, 2025, 08:14 AM ISTThe earthquake was about 250 kilometers away from Hokkaido, Japan's northernmost of the country's four big islands, and was felt only slightly, according to Japan's NHK television.
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Japan on edge ahead of July 5 'Disaster Date' cited in viral comic book
World | Jul 02, 2025, 07:23 PM ISTA wave of unease is sweeping through Japan as it braces for July 5. Whether or not it brings a catastrophe, the panic stirred by a manga reveals a deeper truth Japan's fear of the inevitable.
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Greenland's 650-foot mega-tsunami lasted for nine days: Here's what caused the wave
World | Jun 08, 2025, 07:47 AM ISTThe sudden impact triggered a mega‑tsunami, with waves reaching nearly 200 m (650 ft), that reverberated within the Fjord's steep walls for an astonishing nine days.
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Earthquake of 7.4 magnitude hits Argentina, tsunami warning issued, evacuation ordered
World | May 02, 2025, 08:02 PM ISTEarthquake hits Argentina: Soon after the earthquake, a tsunami alert has been issued, prompting the authorities to urge people to move away from the coast and reach safer places.
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Earthquake of 6.2-magnitude hits off west coast of New Zealand, tremors felt across country
World | Apr 29, 2025, 08:34 PM ISTNew Zealand, which is home to 5 million people, sits on the “Ring of Fire”, an arc of seismic faults around the Pacific Ocean where earthquakes and volcanoes are common.
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Japan megaquake: Tremors along Nankai Trough may leave 3 lakh dead, cost USD 1.81 trillion in damage
World | Apr 02, 2025, 06:01 PM ISTThe Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) issued its first advisory of a megaquake, along the Nankai Trough, which is a 900-km undersea fault that runs from Kyushu to Shizuoka, in August 2024. The Japanese government estimates suggest that there is 70-80 % earthquake probability near Nankai Trough.