Major earthquake off Russia triggers tsunami warnings

Tsunami warnings have been issued in Russia, Japan, Ecuador and Hawaii.

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Tsunami warnings and evacuation orders were issued around the world, including in Japan, Ecuador, Hawaii and the west coast of North America.

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