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India Today
26 minutes ago
- General
- India Today
Fact Check: Massive tsunami wave wipes out boats on the Russian coast? No, this video is from 2017
After an 8.8-magnitude earthquake jolted Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula on July 30, tsunami warnings were issued in several countries. According to reports, nations like Japan and Hawaii have already been affected by unusual waves. Amid this, a video of a massive wave washing out boats and scaring people in a coastal area has gone viral on social media. Many shared the clip, claiming that this tsunami was triggered by the earthquake in Russia. advertisementThe caption of one such post read, "BREAKING: Massive 8.7 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Off Russia's Kamchatka Coast. A powerful earthquake has struck near Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula, triggering tsunami warnings across the Pacific. Waves have already reached parts of Russia and Japan, with more expected. Our hearts are with those affected. If you're in a coastal area of Russia, Japan, or anywhere under a tsunami alert, follow official guidance and move to higher ground immediately. Stay safe. Stay alert." India Today Fact Check, however, found that the video is eight years old and from Greenland. Our Probe Upon reverse searching keyframes from the viral video, we found an Instagram post featuring the same clip, dated June 19. The caption of this post read, "Fishermen caught off guard by Tsunami. Location: Greenland. Year: 2017." This makes it evident that the video is unrelated to the recent earthquake that hit Russia on July 30. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Eddie the Eagle (@latenightjustice)Conducting a subsequent search with keywords led us to the same clip uploaded by a YouTube channel named 'Licet Studios' on April 9, 2021. The video description stated that a powerful tsunami wave hit Greenland's west coast, leaving several fishermen shocked. All three people seen in this video, however, escaped the wave just in time. The description further added that on the evening of June 17, 2017, a gigantic landslide occurred on the southern slope of the Umiammakku Nunaat peninsula, Greenland. Following the landslide, a tsunami wave reportedly hit the small village of Nuugaatsiaq, dragging four people to the sea. Per a BBC report, dated June 18, 2017, four people went missing from Nuugaatsiaq after tsunami waves swept away 11 homes in the village. Other reports noted that Greenland's National Day (June 21) — a day for celebrating the island's home rule government — turned into a day of mourning after the four missing people were presumed dead. The then-prime minister of Greenland, Kim Kielsen, had also offered his condolences at the time. advertisementThus, it is safe to conclude that the viral video is unrelated to the recent earthquake in Russia. - Ends Want to send us something for verification? Please share it on our at 73 7000 7000 You can also send us an email at factcheck@
NDTV
41 minutes ago
- Politics
- NDTV
Oprah Winfrey Faces Backlash Over Claims Of Not Opening Private Road For Tsunami Evacuation
American host Oprah Winfrey is facing backlash on social media, after a massive 8.8-magnitude earthquake off Russia's eastern coast, over claims that she did not open her private road connecting Wailea to Kula, Hawaii, to help people evacuate to higher ground after the tsunami warning. Videos are being circulated on social media alleging that there have been massive traffic jams across Hawaii, with people saying that Oprah opening her private road could help people evacuate faster. Why hasn't Oprah opened her road? This could save lives… — Benny Johnson (@bennyjohnson) July 30, 2025 After the powerful earthquake, one of the strongest to hit that area in Kamchatka since 1952, a tsunami warning was issued in Hawaii and parts of the Pacific. Damage and evacuations were reported in the Russian regions nearest the quake's epicenter on the Kamchatka Peninsula and officials declared a state of emergency in several areas. However, the danger already appeared to be lessening in some places, with authorities in Hawaii and parts of Japan and Russia downgrading their warnings. A user on X wrote, "Oprah won't open her private road from Wailea to Kula, Hawaii, which would make it much easier for locals to get to higher ground. Massive Traffic in Maui with thousands trying to escape the massive Tsunami coming. Open the road Oprah". Another user said, "Wasn't she supposed to be oppressed? How does she have her own private road? Isn't she a woman and black? Doesn't she score so very high on the intersectionality scale? I don't understand this... This does not make any sense to me." Others came to defend her and said, "There's no proof she hasn't. She opened them during the fire. Why wouldn't she now?" In 2023, during the Maui wildfires, Winfrey was lauded for opening her private road to help in evacuation. She owns several properties on the island of Maui, Hawaii, spanning nearly 1,000 acres per
News18
an hour ago
- News18
Passengers Film Hawaii Tsunami From Plane As Massive Waves Crash Into Coast
Last Updated: The footage, taken mid-air, shows an aerial view of the ocean moving with frightening speed. It has since gone viral on social media platform X A dramatic video filmed from a plane flying over Hawaii has surfaced online, showing the terrifying moment a tsunami approached the coastline after a powerful earthquake struck off Russia's Far East. Passengers onboard watched in shock as massive waves rolled in, crashing against the shore with enormous force. The footage, taken mid-air, shows an aerial view of the ocean moving with frightening speed. It has since gone viral on social media platform X, with users sharing the clip widely. Hawaii tsunami was filmed from a plane #Tsunami #Maui #Oprah #LetThemOut — Gobovi (@Goboovi) July 30, 2025 News18 could not independently verify the authenticity of the video. The tsunami was triggered by a massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake near Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula on Wednesday morning. The quake struck at a depth of 20.7 kilometres and was among the strongest recorded globally in recent years. The United States Pacific Tsunami Warning Center quickly issued alerts for Hawaii, Alaska, Japan, Guam, and other coastal regions across the Pacific. Authorities warned that waves up to three metres (nearly 10 feet) could hit several regions, including Hawaii. The first waves were expected around 7 p.m. local time. In Honolulu, tsunami sirens blared during the afternoon rush hour as cars filled the streets and residents rushed to higher ground. Hawaii also cancelled after-school and evening activities at schools. Meanwhile, in Japan, tsunami waves up to 50 centimetres were recorded at Ishinomaki port in the north. Although no major injuries have been reported so far, evacuation advisories were issued to nearly one million people across Japan's coastal towns. In Russia, the quake caused damage to buildings in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky and triggered power outages and mobile network failures. Aftershocks as strong as magnitude 6.9 were also recorded. Experts say the quake is the strongest in the Kamchatka region since 1952. view comments First Published: July 30, 2025, 19:03 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
CNA
an hour ago
- Climate
- CNA
Powerful quake off Russia sparks tsunami alerts in several countries
Tsunami waves were set off across the Pacific after one of the strongest earthquakes in modern history struck Russia's remote far eastern coast. The 8.8-magnitude quake off the coast of Kamchatka Peninsula damaged buildings and injured people in its main city about 136km from the epicentre. But the regional health ministry has not received reports of any serious harm done. Michiyo Ishida and Dasha Chernyshova report.
Hindustan Times
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Did a 1999 comic predict Japan's tsunami? Eerie ‘New Baba Vanga' prophecy goes viral
After a powerful 8.8 magnitude earthquake struck Japan's Hokkaido and triggered a tsunami, with warnings issued as far as California, Chile, Ecuador, New Zealand and French Polynesia, an eerie prediction by a Japanese manga artist has sent social media into a frenzy. Ryo Tatsuki, who has been dubbed the 'New Baba Vanga' of Japan, has made a series of predictions that many believe have come true, including the March 2011 Tohoku earthquake and tsunami, the death of Princess Diana and Freddie Mercury, as well as the COVID-19 pandemic. Ryo Tatsuki, in her 1999 manga, predicted a major disaster would strike southern Japan on July 5, 2025.(X/MarioNawfal) However, the one that has shocked many across the globe is the one she made in her 1999 manga, "The Future I Saw." In it, she predicted a major disaster would strike southern Japan on July 5, 2025, and wipe out Japan, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and the Philippines. This year, as the date neared, many manga fans shared anxieties growing around the prediction coming true. As the buzz increased on social media, hashtags like #July5Disaster began trending and flight bookings dropped by 83% from late June to early July. However, now weeks after July 5, an eerily similar disaster has struck Japan and Tatsuki's fans are convinced that her manga warned of the massive earthquake and tsunami. "So are we not going to talk about how Ryo Tatsuki literally predicted the tsunami possibility for July 2025?" said one user. "Ryo Tatsuki, dubbed the 'Japanese Baba Vanga,' warned of a July 2025 mega-tsunami. Today, July 30, a powerful M8.8 quake off Kamchatka triggered real tsunami waves across Japan & the Pacific. Prophecy or coincidence? Science says no link, but the timing is eerie," wrote a second user. Another declared, "Ryo Tatsuki was right on Tsunami. New Baba Vanga's July Prediction came true. A massive 8.7 magnitude earthquake rocked Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula, triggering 4m high tsunami waves. It was the worst quake in decades!" While Japanese officials and scientists had urged the public to disregard her predictions, recent events have forced many to rethink whether her claims are entirely unfounded, even though they lack a scientific basis.
