Russia earthquake tsunami impact sparks global alerts: India issues advisories, confirms no threat to its coasts.
A massive 8.8‑magnitude earthquake jolted Russia’s remote Kamchatka Peninsula on Wednesday, becoming one of the strongest earthquakes in decades and the sixth-largest quake ever recorded. The tremor triggered tsunami waves that travelled thousands of kilometers, reaching Japan, Hawaii, and the US West Coast.
The event sparked panic and urgent evacuations across several nations with large Indian populations living in these countries, Indian embassies quickly issued advisories. Fortunately, India’s own coastlines remain safe. Here's a detailed look at the situation.
Shortly after the tsunami warnings were sounded for the US West Coast and Hawaii, the Consulate General of India in San Francisco released an advisory it urged Indian nationals to:
The advisory also included an emergency helpline (+1‑415‑483‑6629) and email support but meanwhile, tsunami sirens echoed across Honolulu as waves up to five feet struck Hawaii and the authorities opened emergency shelters and advised residents to evacuate.
The Indian Consulate in Seattle also issued an alert for citizens in Oregon, Washington, and Alaska it asked them to follow US advisories and contact helpline +1 (206) 608-0608 in emergencies.
In Japan, tsunami waves began hitting areas along the eastern coast. Waves reached as far as Hokkaido and parts of Honshu, including regions near Tokyo. Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi instructed coastal residents to evacuate immediately. So far, waves of up to 60 cm have been recorded less than the predicted three meters and however, over 1.9 million people across 21 prefectures remain under evacuation advisories. In Hokkaido, some residents took shelter on rooftops.
As of June 2025, over 51,000 Indian nationals reside in Japan and the Indian embassy is monitoring their safety closely.
Tsunami advisories or warnings have been issued across the Pacific region these include the Philippines, Indonesia, Chile, Peru, Ecuador, Mexico, Panama, and Taiwan. Governments are monitoring wave activity and advising caution along their coastal zones.
Back home, public concern spiked over a possible impact on Indian shores. However, the Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) confirmed that India faces no tsunami threat. In a post on X, INCOIS said, “There is no tsunami threat to India or the Indian Ocean region.”
The epicenter of the quake lies in the Pacific Ring of Fire, known for frequent seismic activity. Experts said the energy released remains confined to northern Pacific regions.
The Tsunami Early Warning Centre in Hyderabad continues to monitor the situation 24/7 to ensure public safety and real-time response if needed.
This rare seismic event has shaken countries across the Pacific it triggered emergency responses from governments and diplomatic missions, including India’s. While Indian nationals in affected countries are urged to stay alert, India itself is in no immediate danger and authorities remain vigilant and continue to monitor wave patterns worldwide.
