Massive Earthquake Strikes Russia's Far East, Triggers Volcanic Eruption
Footage shows the moment a volcano erupted in Russia's Kamchatka region after a powerful earthquake.
The 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck early Sunday morning off the eastern coast of Russia.
Tsunami warnings were initially issued but later lifted after the quake.
The epicentre was located 102 km east of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatky, a major Russian port city.
Experts are closely monitoring the situation, as aftershocks are expected to persist.
Residents reported severe shaking, with some areas experiencing moderate to heavy damage.
Two volcanoes, Shiveluch and another in the Kuril Islands, erupted following the quake.
Massive plumes of ash were sent into the atmosphere, prompting an aircraft alert.
Residents in the Ust-Kamchatsky district are experiencing continued ashfall following the eruption.
Authorities issued a 'red' code warning due to the significant ash levels in the air.
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