One of the world’s strongest earthquakes struck Russia’s far east early Wednesday, an 8.8-magnitude temblor that set off a tsunami in the northern Pacific region and prompted warnings for Alaska, Hawaii and south toward New Zealand.

An 8.8-magnitude earthquake struck Russia's far east early Wednesday, sparked tsunami warnings across the northern Pacific region.{ai:summary}A powerful 8.8-magnitude earthquake hit Russia's far east early Wednesday, triggering a tsunami in the northern Pacific. Warnings have been issued for Alaska, Hawaii, and as far south as New Zealand. #foreignaffairs

Huge 8.8-magnitude earthquake off Russia sets off tsunami warnings in Japan, Hawaii and Alaska

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