The US Geological Survey says an estimated magnitude 7.5-quake occurred in the Russian Far East at around 2:37 UTC on Saturday. Its focus is off the Kamchatka Peninsula.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has warned of the possibility of tsunami.
The Japan Meteorological Agency says the quake could cause slight tidal changes along Japanese coasts. It added there is no concern for damage from the quake in the country.
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Quiz 1:
Where did the estimated magnitude 7.5-quake occur as per US Geological Survey?
A. Alaska
B. Kamchatka Peninsula (Correct Answer)
C. California
D. Hawaii
Quiz 2:
Which agency has warned of the possibility of a tsunami due to the quake?
A. US Geological Survey
B. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (Correct Answer)
C. Japan Meteorological Agency
D. World Meteorological Organization
Quiz 3:
Does the Japan Meteorological Agency express concern for damage from the quake in their country?
A. Yes
B. No (Correct Answer)
C. Maybe
D. It's unknown at this time
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has warned of the possibility of tsunami.
The Japan Meteorological Agency says the quake could cause slight tidal changes along Japanese coasts. It added there is no concern for damage from the quake in the country.
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Quiz 1:
Where did the estimated magnitude 7.5-quake occur as per US Geological Survey?
A. Alaska
B. Kamchatka Peninsula (Correct Answer)
C. California
D. Hawaii
Quiz 2:
Which agency has warned of the possibility of a tsunami due to the quake?
A. US Geological Survey
B. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (Correct Answer)
C. Japan Meteorological Agency
D. World Meteorological Organization
Quiz 3:
Does the Japan Meteorological Agency express concern for damage from the quake in their country?
A. Yes
B. No (Correct Answer)
C. Maybe
D. It's unknown at this time
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Summary
Magnitude 7.5 earthquake occurred off the Kamchatka Peninsula in Russian Far East, prompting a tsunami warning by NOAA. The Japan Meteorological Agency expects slight tidal changes but no damage in their country.
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URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20250913_10/
Date: Sept. 13, 2025
Created: 2025/09/13 19:00
Updated: 2025/12/08 02:09
Last Read: 2025/09/14 06:52