​Mega 8.8 earthquake strikes Russia: Tsunami alerts triggered across Pacific – See pics​

A massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake struck near Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, triggering widespread tsunami warnings and sending shockwaves across the Pacific early Wednesday. (Image: AP)

Tsunami waves hit Russia, Japan, Hawaii, and Alaska. Water surged into ports, with waves up to 13 feet in Kamchatka and 2 feet in northern Japan. (Image: X)

Residents rushed to evacuation centers. Memories of the 2011 disaster pushed people to act quickly. No damage was reported at Japan’s nuclear plants. (Image: X)

Hawai warned of waves as high as 6 feet. Black Hawk helicopters and rescue teams were readied as traffic clogged highways in Honolulu. (Image: AP)

Oregon, California, and British Columbia warned residents to avoid beaches. Though waves were small, authorities stressed the danger from strong currents and multiple surges. (Image: X)

Fishing boats were swept away in Severokurilsk. Authorities shut power in affected areas. Despite flooding, no major damage was reported in Kamchatka. (Image: X/ @TimesNow)

Experts warned that tsunamis involve multiple waves over time. The danger could last more than a day as waves bounce back and forth across the ocean. (Image: X/ @AFP)

Warnings reached as far as Mexico, New Zealand, and Pacific island nations. Communities stayed alert, highlighting the rising risks of sea surges and climate change. (Image: X/@AmericaPapaBear)