Why Kamchatka's magnitude 8.8 earthquake brought a smaller tsunami—and where risk may remain - Phys.org
Phys.org • 4/30/2026 – 5/1/2026
Summary
A magnitude 8.8 earthquake occurred in Kamchatka, which resulted in a smaller tsunami. The article discusses the reasons behind the smaller tsunami and highlights areas where risk may still remain.
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Lindy Score Breakdown (V4.2)
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Age
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Final Score11/100
CategoryAntiLindy
StatusActive
Recency Multiplier90% (0.5^7/48)
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Score BreakdownRisk 70
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