VANCOUVER — A 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck near Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula on September 18, 2025, but authorities have confirmed there is no tsunami risk to British Columbia's coast. The earthquake occurred at approximately 11:58 a.m. Pacific time, prompting an assessment of potential risks to the region.

The National Tsunami Warning Center reported that a tsunami advisory is currently in effect for the Aleutian Islands and Amchitka Pass, located off the coast of Alaska. However, no other areas along the Pacific coast of British Columbia or the United States are facing any tsunami threats.

While there is a possibility of a tsunami near the earthquake's epicenter, officials stated it is too early to determine if Hawaii might be affected. The earthquake was recorded off the east coast of Kamchatka at a depth of about 10 kilometers.

This seismic event follows a significant 8.8-magnitude earthquake that occurred in the same region in July, which was one of the most powerful earthquakes documented since 1900. Following that event, much of the British Columbia coast was placed under a tsunami advisory.