Huge quake off Russia sparks Pacific tsunamis; Peru shutters half its ports

Lima (AFP) July 30, 2025

Peru on Wednesday closed 65 of its 121 Pacific ports as a tsunami alert was issued following a massive 8.8-magnitude earthquake off the east coast of Russia. The Navy recommended suspending port and fishing activities and urged people to stay away from the ocean. The South American country's COEN national emergency center said the first waves should arrive at its northern La Cruz port n