Why did Russian mega earthquake not cause more tsunami damage?

The recent Russian earthquake, one of the strongest on record, did not cause as much tsunami damage as expected. Experts attribute this to the quake's unique characteristics. The earthquake, measuring 8.2 on the Richter scale, occurred in a remote area of the Kuril Islands, far from major population centers. Additionally, the quake's depth, estimated at 600 kilometers, helped mitigate the tsunami's impact. While the earthquake generated a sizable tsunami, with waves reaching up to 5 meters in height, the remote location and deep epicenter prevented more widespread destruction. Authorities reported minimal damage and no fatalities, highlighting the importance of factors like earthquake location and depth in determining the severity of a tsunami event. This incident serves as a reminder that the potential for devastation from powerful earthquakes can be reduced by understanding the specific characteristics of each seismic event.