Russia’s Ministry for Emergency Situations has lifted a tsunami alert for the Kamchatka Peninsula after a powerful 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck near the Kuril Islands early Sunday. Authorities had earlier urged residents to stay away from coastal areas, warning of possible waves, although the expected heights were said to be minimal.

Russian officials issued and then soon lifted a tsunami warning for the Kamchatka Peninsula on Sunday after a 7.0 magnitude earthquake. The country's Ministry for Emergency Services said the quake near the Kuril Islands could have triggered a tsunami wave up to 19 centimeters (7.