A powerful 8.8 magnitude earthquake struck near Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula today, activating tsunami warnings across the Pacific.
Japan, the United States, Guam, and Alaska issued alerts. Small waves already reached Hokkaido, with larger ones up to 3 metres expected. Hawaii ordered evacuations, while California, Oregon, and Washington remain on alert.
In Russia, waves up to 4 metres hit coastal areas. No deaths have been reported, but a kindergarten was damaged.
Experts say it’s one of the world’s strongest quakes in decades. People are advised to stay on high ground until warnings are lifted.
Former State Minister Lohan Ratwatte passed away today while receiving treatment at a private hospital in Colombo, his family said. He was 57. Recently, he was admitted to hospital following an illness.
Among the top news stories reported today were the passing away of former State Minister Lohan Ratwatte, questioning of NPP Leader Wimal Weerawansa by the CID over the remarks he made about the Easter Sunday attack investigations and a protest march held in Borella calling an end to Israel’s continued bombardment of Gaza.
Two persons reportedly involved in the murder of a resident in Peradeniya following a dispute over a chocolate worth 10 cents has been remanded by the Magistrate when Peradeniya Police produced them in court.
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