Strong quakes strike off Russia's Kamchatka, Phivolcs rules out tsunami threat for PH

A series of strong earthquakes, including one measuring magnitude 7.4, struck off the east coast of Kamchatka, Russia on Sunday afternoon.

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) confirmed that there is no tsunami threat to the Philippines following these quakes.

Three tremors were recorded: a 5.0 magnitude quake followed by a 6.7 magnitude event, culminating in the 7.4 magnitude earthquake.

While hazardous tsunami waves are possible within 300 km of the epicenter, Phivolcs assured that destructive tsunamis will not affect the country due to its safe distance from the seismic activity.

Phivolcs advised no action required for the Philippines and reassured residents of the safety of Philippine shores.