Two Radio Hosts and Their Guest Were Forced to Evacuate the Studio After the 8.8 Magnitude Earthquake

A powerful 8.8-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Russia’s Kuril Islands on Tuesday. It was one of the strongest earthquakes ever recorded.

Radio Hosts Flee Studio During Live Broadcast

At Kamchatka Radio, two radio hosts and their guest were recording live when the quake hit. A short video shows them running out of the studio as the building shook.

It started like any other radio show, until the ground began to shake. In a dramatic video, two radio hosts and their guest are seen rushing out of the studio during a powerful 8.8-magnitude earthquake.

The quake hit off Russia’s Kuril Islands and sent tsunami warnings across the Pacific.

In Hawaii, waves struck the coastline early Wednesday. Governor Josh Green told residents to get to higher ground or shelter in strong buildings. Sirens wailed, and coastal zones were evacuated.

By morning, Oahu residents were told they could return home. But the ocean still posed a risk. Strong currents remained, and officials continued to monitor the danger closely

The earthquake triggered tsunami warnings across the Pacific. Tsunami waves began hitting Hawaii early Wednesday morning.

Hawaii’s emergency response system went into overdrive. Governor Josh Green ordered residents to move to higher ground or shelter in tall buildings. Coastal areas were evacuated, and officials urged everyone to stay away from the shore.

By early Wednesday, people on Oahu were allowed to return home. But officials warned that strong and dangerous currents might still affect the region. Authorities continued to monitor the situation and advised people to stay out of the water.

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