Unusual currents expected after magnitude 8.8 earthquake off Russia

Saturday 2 August 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Sat 2 Aug 2025, 10:13am

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An earth scientist warns that strong and unusual currents may continue through the weekend following a magnitude 8.8 earthquake off the Russian coast. A national tsunami advisory issued after the Wednesday quake was cancelled on Friday afternoon.

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1. RNZSat 2 Aug 2025, 8:43am

   Earthquake off Russia's coast has left Pacific 'ringing like a bell' - scientist (opens in new tab)

2. Otago Daily TimesSat 2 Aug 2025, 10:13am

   Pacific 'ringing like a bell' after Russia quake (opens in new tab)