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The Herald Scotland
31-07-2025
- Climate
- The Herald Scotland
Which states felt the impact of the tsunami? See where it hit.
Roaring waves hit US shores along the Pacific Coast, including in California and Oregon, the National Weather Service (NWS) reported. More serious than tsunami watches, tsunami warnings were in effect for parts of California and Oregon on Wednesday, July 30, according to NTWC, operated by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. A series of waves caused by a large displacement of water, tsunamis often come on the heels of natural disasters like earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. The tsunami threat posed by the earthquake in Russia is "a significant, real event," Reid Wolcott, a meteorologist with the weather service in Seattle, said. Most areas were forecast to expect a tsunami of less than one foot, the NWS reported, but forecasters warned even a tsunami of that size can generate deadly currents. Here's what to know about the states that felt the impact of the tsunami: 'Innocent bystanders': Mass shooting in Atlanta kills 1, injures 10 California Waves hit shores in California with Crescent City experiencing the highest waves, state officials reported. The coastal region in Del Norte County is close to the Oregon state line. Tsunami advisories, including some warnings, were in effect for all of California's coast, a NWS map of the area showed Wednesday. As of about 7:30 a.m. local time, no damage had been reported in the state. Tsunami warnings remained in effect for California coastal areas from Cape Mendocino to the Oregon/California border. Alaska Waves also hit Alaska, where the Aleutian Islands from Attu Island to Chignik Bay, as well as the Pribilof Islands were under tsunami warning on Wednesday. "The imminent threat is for Alaska and areas near the quake," Wolcott told USA TODAY earlier on Wednesday, July 30. As of mid morning on July 30, no damage had been reported in the state. Where are tsunami warnings and watches issued in the US? Hawaii Waves hit all of Hawaii's eight major islands where a tsunami advisory was in effect for the state. A tsunami warning was previously in effect but later downgraded by the weather service. "Due to a massive earthquake that occurred in the Pacific Ocean, a Tsunami Warning is in effect for those living in Hawaii," U.S. President Donald Trump posted on X early Wednesday morning. "A Tsunami Watch is in effect for Alaska and the Pacific Coast of the United States. Japan is also in the way... STAY STRONG AND STAY SAFE!" Maui County officials released video Wednesday showing a nearly 15-foot water drop in Kahului harbor as the first tsunami waves approached the island's coast. Evacuation orders were lifted, but authorities were still asking people to remain alert on July 30, according to the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency. As of 4:30 a.m. HST (10:30 a.m. ET), no major damage had been reported in the state. Oregon Tsunami advisories, including some warnings, were in place for the state, where officials reported waves also struck the coast. As of 7:30 a.m. PT on July 30, no major damage had been reported in the state. Live: Evacuation orders lifted in Hawaii hours after tsunami waves reach state's shores Washington Waves hit the coast of Washington where Tsunami advisories were in place Wednesday morning July 30. As of 7:30 a.m. PT, no major damage had been reported in the state. Officials urged people with questions to visit for the latest information. Contributing: James Powel, Anthony Robledo, Dinah Voyles Pulver and Thao Nguyen Natalie Neysa Alund is a senior reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at nalund@ and follow her on X @nataliealund.
Yahoo
30-07-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Which states felt impact of tsunami waves? See list of where it hit
An estimated 8.8 magnitude earthquake struck off Russia's coast, triggering tsunami alerts in nearly a half dozen U.S. Pacific Coast states, where booming waves − some documented as high as 15 feet – hit coastlines. The National Tsunami Warning Center (NTWC) issued warnings, watches and advisories after the temblor struck about 7:30 p.m. ET on July 29, about 78 miles east-southeast of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, the U.S. Geological Survey reported. The city is in Kamchatka Krai, Russia, in the Far East of the country by the Pacific Ocean. Roaring waves hit US shores along the Pacific Coast, including in California and Oregon, the National Weather Service (NWS) reported. More serious than tsunami watches, tsunami warnings were in effect for parts of California and Oregon on Wednesday, July 30, according to NTWC, operated by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. A series of waves caused by a large displacement of water, tsunamis often come on the heels of natural disasters like earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. The tsunami threat posed by the earthquake in Russia is "a significant, real event," Reid Wolcott, a meteorologist with the weather service in Seattle, said. Most areas were forecast to expect a tsunami of less than one foot, the NWS reported, but forecasters warned even a tsunami of that size can generate deadly currents. Here's what to know about the states that felt the impact of the tsunami: 'Innocent bystanders': Mass shooting in Atlanta kills 1, injures 10 California Waves hit shores in California with Crescent City experiencing the highest waves, state officials reported. The coastal region in Del Norte County is close to the Oregon state line. Tsunami advisories, including some warnings, were in effect for all of California's coast, a NWS map of the area showed Wednesday. As of about 7:30 a.m. local time, no damage had been reported in the state. Tsunami warnings remained in effect for California coastal areas from Cape Mendocino to the Oregon/California border. Alaska Waves also hit Alaska, where the Aleutian Islands from Attu Island to Chignik Bay, as well as the Pribilof Islands were under tsunami warning on Wednesday. "The imminent threat is for Alaska and areas near the quake," Wolcott told USA TODAY earlier on Wednesday, July 30. As of mid morning on July 30, no damage had been reported in the state. Where are tsunami warnings and watches issued in the US? Hawaii Waves hit all of Hawaii's eight major islands where a tsunami advisory was in effect for the state. A tsunami warning was previously in effect but later downgraded by the weather service. "Due to a massive earthquake that occurred in the Pacific Ocean, a Tsunami Warning is in effect for those living in Hawaii," U.S. President Donald Trump posted on X early Wednesday morning. "A Tsunami Watch is in effect for Alaska and the Pacific Coast of the United States. Japan is also in the way... STAY STRONG AND STAY SAFE!" Maui County officials released video Wednesday showing a nearly 15-foot water drop in Kahului harbor as the first tsunami waves approached the island's coast. Evacuation orders were lifted, but authorities were still asking people to remain alert on July 30, according to the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency. As of 4:30 a.m. HST (10:30 a.m. ET), no major damage had been reported in the state. Oregon Tsunami advisories, including some warnings, were in place for the state, where officials reported waves also struck the coast. As of 7:30 a.m. PT on July 30, no major damage had been reported in the state. Live: Evacuation orders lifted in Hawaii hours after tsunami waves reach state's shores Washington Waves hit the coast of Washington where Tsunami advisories were in place Wednesday morning July 30. As of 7:30 a.m. PT, no major damage had been reported in the state. Officials urged people with questions to visit for the latest information. Contributing: James Powel, Anthony Robledo, Dinah Voyles Pulver and Thao Nguyen Natalie Neysa Alund is a senior reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at nalund@ and follow her on X @nataliealund. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Which states felt the impact of the tsunami? See where it hit.
USA Today
30-07-2025
- Climate
- USA Today
Which states felt the impact of the tsunami? See list of where it hit
An estimated 8.8 magnitude earthquake struck off Russia's coast, triggering tsunami alerts in nearly a half dozen U.S. Pacific Coast states, where booming waves − some documented as high as 15 feet – hit coastlines. The National Tsunami Warning Center (NTWC) issued warnings, watches and advisories after the temblor struck about 7:30 p.m. ET on July 29, about 78 miles east-southeast of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, the U.S. Geological Survey reported. The city is in Kamchatka Krai, Russia, in the Far East of the country by the Pacific Ocean. Roaring waves hit US shores along the Pacific Coast, including in California and Oregon, the National Weather Service (NWS) reported. More serious than tsunami watches, tsunami warnings were in effect for parts of California and Oregon on Wednesday, July 30, according to NTWC, operated by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. A series of waves caused by a large displacement of water, tsunamis often come on the heels of natural disasters like earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. The tsunami threat posed by the earthquake in Russia is "a significant, real event," Reid Wolcott, a meteorologist with the weather service in Seattle, said. Most areas were forecast to expect a tsunami of less than one foot, the NWS reported, but forecasters warned even a tsunami of that size can generate deadly currents. Here's what to know about the states that felt the impact of the tsunami: California Waves hit shores in California with Crescent City experiencing the highest waves, state officials reported. Tsunami advisories were in effect for all of California's coast, a NWS map of the area showed Wednesday. As of about 7:30 a.m. local time, no damage had been reported in the state. Tsunami warnings remained in effect for California coastal areas from Cape Mendocino to the Oregon/California border. Alaska Waves also hit Alaska, where the Aleutian Islands from Attu Island to Chignik Bay, as well as the Pribilof Islands were under tsunami warning on Wednesday. "The imminent threat is for Alaska and areas near the quake," Wolcott told USA TODAY earlier on Wednesday, July 30. As of mid morning on July 30, no damage had been reported in the state. Where are tsunami warnings and watches issued in the US? Hawaii Waves hit all of Hawaii's eight major islands where a tsunami advisory was in effect for the state. A tsunami warning was previously in effect but later downgraded by the weather service. "Due to a massive earthquake that occurred in the Pacific Ocean, a Tsunami Warning is in effect for those living in Hawaii," U.S. President Donald Trump posted on X early Wednesday morning. "A Tsunami Watch is in effect for Alaska and the Pacific Coast of the United States. Japan is also in the way... STAY STRONG AND STAY SAFE!" Maui County officials released video Wednesday showing a nearly 15-foot water drop in Kahului harbor as the first tsunami waves approached the island's coast. Evacuation orders were lifted, but authorities were still asking people to remain alert on July 30, according to the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency. As of 4:30 a.m. HST (10:30 a.m. ET), no major damage had been reported in the state. Oregon Tsunami advisories were in place for the state, where officials reported waves also struck the coast. As of 7:30 a.m. PT on July 30, no major damage had been reported in the state. Washington Waves hit the coast of Washington where Tsunami advisories were in place Wednesday morning July 30. As of 7:30 a.m. PT, no major damage had been reported in the state. Officials urged people with questions to visit for the latest information. Contributing: James Powel, Anthony Robledo, Dinah Voyles Pulver and Thao Nguyen Natalie Neysa Alund is a senior reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at nalund@ and follow her on X @nataliealund.
The Herald Scotland
30-07-2025
- Climate
- The Herald Scotland
US tsunami warnings, watches issued after Russia earthquake: See where
Officials warned of the threat posed by a potential tsunami. Reid Wolcott, a meteorologist with the weather service in Seattle, said "this is a significant, real event." "The imminent threat is for Alaska and areas near the quake," Wolcott added, noting that the warning Center needed additional observation before speaking on the threat to the west coast. The Hawaii Emergency Management Agency echoed the warning in a statement announcing an investigation into the potential threat to the state. "Based on all available data, a tsunami may have been generated by this earthquake that could be destructive on coastal areas even far from the epicenter," Here's where tsunami alerts have been issued in the United States. Alaska's Aleutian Islands The National Tsunami Warning Center issued advisories along Alaska's remote Aleutian Islands. Tsunami activity is possible at Shemya Island starting at 4:46 p.m., at 5:46 p.m at Adak Island and then at 7:06 p.m. at Saint Paul Island, about 760 miles west of Anchorage. Officials urge residents to move out of the water and away from beaches, marines, harbors and inlets. Hawaii The Hawaiian Islands are also under a statewide tsunami watch. The Hawaii Emergency Management Agency is currently investigating whether there is a threat to the state but warned potential tsunami waves could reach the state as soon as 7:17 p.m. Hawaii Standard Time. "URGENT ACTION SHOULD BE TAKEN TO PROTECT LIVE AND PROPERTY, HOURLY UPDATES WILL BE POSTED," Hawaii Emergency Management Agency wrote on X. West Coast states: Washington, Oregon and California The center also issued a tsunami watch for the entire West Coast, including Washington state, Oregon, California as well as southern Alaska and the Alaska Peninsula. Potential tsunami waves could reach Kodiak, Alaska from 8:20 p.m. Alaskan Daylight Time while far southward tsunami activity could start at La Jolla, California by 1:15 a.m. local time. In San Diego, the weather service advised the area should not expect widespread inundation but advised people in coastal areas under the advisory to stay off the beach and out of harbors and marinas. "Dangerous and powerful currents are still expected within the ocean and along the coast," said Dial Hoang, a weather service meteorologist in San Francisco. "In 2011, a man near Crescent City died after he was swept out to sea while trying to photograph the tsunami coming in." His colleague, meteorologist Brayden Murdock said the tsunami will arrive as the nightly high tide is building, which could amplify the effect. Pacific Islands A tsunami alert was also issued for the Pacific Islands as USGS experts said there was a threat to the Northern Mariana islands of Guam, Rota, Tinian and Saipan.
Indianapolis Star
30-07-2025
- Climate
- Indianapolis Star
Where are tsunami warnings and watches issued in the US?
A magnitude 8.8 earthquake that struck off of the coast of Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula triggered tsunami alerts across Alaska, Hawaii the west coast of the contiguous United States on June 29. Warnings, advisories and watches were issued by the National Tsunami Warning Center in the wake of the quake that struck around 7:24 p.m. ET, about 78 miles east-southeast of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, Russia, according to the U.S. Geological Survey Officials warned of the threat posed by a potential tsunami. Reid Wolcott, a meteorologist with the weather service in Seattle, said "this is a significant, real event." "The imminent threat is for Alaska and areas near the quake," Wolcott added, noting that the warning Center needed additional observation before speaking on the threat to the west coast. The Hawaii Emergency Management Agency echoed the warning in a statement announcing an investigation into the potential threat to the state: "Based on all available data, a tsunami may have been generated by this earthquake that could be destructive on coastal areas even far from the epicenter. Here's where tsunami alerts have been issued in the United States. Follow live updates: Tsunami alerts issued for Alaska, West Coast after magnitude 8.8 earthquake off Russia The National Tsunami Warning Center issued advisories and warnings along Alaska's remote Aleutian Islands. Tsunami activity was possible at Shemya Island starting at 4:46 p.m. Alaskan Daylight Time, at 5:46 p.m at Adak Island and then at 7:06 p.m. at Saint Paul Island, about 760 miles west of Anchorage. Officials urge residents to move out of the water and away from beaches, marines, harbors and inlets. The Hawaiian Islands are under a statewide tsunami warning Tuesday evening, July 29. "HAWAIʻI IS IN A TSUNAMI WARNING WITH FIRST WAVE IMPACT AT 7:10 PM HST," Hawaii EMA said in an X post. "The All Hazards Sirens will sound at 5:10 PM HST." "URGENT ACTION SHOULD BE TAKEN TO PROTECT LIVES AND PROPERTY, HOURLY UPDATES WILL BE POSTED," Hawaii Emergency Management Agency wrote on X. The center also issued a tsunami advisory for the entire West Coast, including coastal areas of Washington state, Oregon, California as well as southern Alaska and the Alaska Peninsula. "Areas in the advisory should not expect widespread inundation," the NWS said Tuesday night, July 29. Potential tsunami waves could reach Kodiak, Alaska from 8:20 p.m. Alaskan Daylight Time while far southward tsunami activity could start at La Jolla, California by 1:15 a.m. local time. In San Diego, the weather service advised the area should not expect widespread inundation but advised people in coastal areas under the advisory to stay off the beach and out of harbors and marinas. "Dangerous and powerful currents are still expected within the ocean and along the coast," said Dial Hoang, a weather service meteorologist in San Francisco. "In 2011, a man near Crescent City died after he was swept out to sea while trying to photograph the tsunami coming in." His colleague, meteorologist Brayden Murdock said the tsunami will arrive as the nightly high tide is building, which could amplify the effect. A tsunami alert was also issued for the Pacific Islands as USGS experts said there was a threat to the Northern Mariana islands of Guam, Rota, Tinian and Saipan. The National Weather Service said tsunami messages are issued by the tsunami warning centers to alert local authorities and the public of a possible tsunami. There are four levels of tsunami alerts, according to the weather service:
