A powerful 8.8 earthquake off Russia triggered a tsunami that hit Japan’s Kuril Islands and Hokkaido, with warnings issued for nearby regions.
Waves up to 50 cm were recorded in Ishinomaki, the highest so far. Hours later, four massive whales washed ashore in Japan.
Experts warn these waves, though small, carry significant energy and compare the quake to the 1952 disaster.
A strong tide stranded five beluga whales on the shore of Kamchatka, Russia. Local fishermen rushed to help, keeping them safe and cool for hours. When the tide returned, all five swam back to the ocean. pic.twitter.com/EfE61nDkhA
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