Japan issues tsunami warning after magnitude 8.7 quake off Russia, over 3 meters high waves expected

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Following a powerful magnitude 8.7 earthquake off Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula, Japan has issued a tsunami advisory for its Pacific coastal areas, warning of waves up to 3 meters. Residents are urged to evacuate immediately from coastal and riverside zones, avoiding the shore. Emergency measures include halting transportation and activating sirens, with similar alerts issued in the US, Alaska, and Hawaii.