Tsunami warning for 5 million people lifted after 7.0-magnitude quake off California coast
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Tsunami warning for 5 million people lifted after 7.0-magnitude quake off California coast

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Dave Snider, the tsunami warning coordinator for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, said that “a destructive wave is not on the table today” after the warning went out earlier, NBC News reports. So we have to get that alert out, and then confirm, yes or no, that something is happening.” open image in gallery Areas of the California and Oregon coast were under a tsunami warning on Thursday, which has now lifted The 7.0 quake was one of many seismic events that shook Northern California today. The San Francisco Department of Emergency Management urged residents to get away from coastal areas and warned that they were “in danger” before the alert was lifted shortly after. Keep away from the coast until local officials say it is safe to return.” open image in gallery A San Francisco Surf Rescue team evacuates surfers from Ocean Beach in case of a possible tsunami on Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024 After the tsunami alert, the San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District, known as BART, stopped traffic in all directions through the underwater tunnel between San Francisco and Oakland, while San Francisco Zoo was evacuated.

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A ‘non-destructive’ tsunami was spotted after California’s earthquake. Simulations show dangers of a real one
1 week, 5 days ago

A ‘non-destructive’ tsunami was spotted after California’s earthquake. Simulations show dangers of a real one

The Independent  

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What to know about Northern California’s rare tsunami warning
2 weeks, 3 days ago

What to know about Northern California’s rare tsunami warning

Associated Press  

SAN FRANCISCO — Northern California was under a rare and brief tsunami warning alert Thursday that tested local emergency notification systems after a 7.0 magnitude earthquake shook part of the state. Phones buzzed Thursday when the National Weather Service issued its warning just minutes after the quake struck west of Ferndale, a small city in coastal Humboldt County. The National …

Here’s what to do in an earthquake and tsunami warning
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Here’s what to do in an earthquake and tsunami warning

The Independent  

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In California’s ‘earthquake country,’ a 7.0 temblor prompts confusion and a tsunami warning
2 weeks, 3 days ago

In California’s ‘earthquake country,’ a 7.0 temblor prompts confusion and a tsunami warning

Associated Press  

SAN FRANCISCO — Valerie Starkey was driving through Northern California to visit relatives when she suddenly felt shaking and feared her car had broken down, only to realize later that it was an earthquake so powerful that it triggered a tsunami warning for hundreds of miles of the U.S. West Coast. The epicenter of Thursday’s 7.0 magnitude shaker occurred in …

Tsunami scare terrors California as magnitude 7 earthquake strikes San Francisco beach
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Tsunami scare terrors California as magnitude 7 earthquake strikes San Francisco beach

Hindustan Times  

A powerful earthquake of magnitude 7 hit off the coast of a sparsely populated area of northern California on Thursday, prompting coastal towns to evacuate low-lying areas amid a tsunami warning that was later canceled. The National Weather Service said that the tsunami warning that extended along 500 miles of the California and Oregon coasts was called off about 90 …

Tsunami warning lifted after 7.0 magnitude earthquake rocks California
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Tsunami warning lifted after 7.0 magnitude earthquake rocks California

Firstpost  

At least 5.3 million people in the state were under a tsunami warning after the earthquake. The tremors were first felt at 10:44 am in the west of Ferndale, a small city in coastal Humboldt County near the Oregon border The United States National Weather Service has lifted the briefly imposed tsunami warning for the West Coast after a 7.0 …

7.0 earthquake hits Northern California, temporarily forcing tsunami warning
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2 weeks, 4 days ago

7.0 earthquake hits Northern California, temporarily forcing tsunami warning

China Daily  

Xinhua | Updated: 2024-12-06 05:39 LOS ANGELES -- An earthquake with a magnitude of 7.0 shook parts of Northern California Thursday morning, temporarily forcing a tsunami warning that led to evacuations in some coastal areas of Northern California and the San Francisco Bay. The notable quake struck an offshore area about 100 km northwest of Ferndale, a city in Humboldt …

7.0 earthquake hits Northern California, temporarily forcing tsunami warning
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2 weeks, 4 days ago

7.0 earthquake hits Northern California, temporarily forcing tsunami warning

China Daily  

LOS ANGELES -- An earthquake with a magnitude of 7.0 shook parts of Northern California Thursday morning, temporarily forcing a tsunami warning that led to evacuations in some coastal areas of Northern California and the San Francisco Bay. The notable quake struck an offshore area about 100 km northwest of Ferndale, a city in Humboldt County in Northern California with …

Tsunami warning lifted after millions of Californias were asked to evacuate following magnitude-7.0 earthquake
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Tsunami warning lifted after millions of Californias were asked to evacuate following magnitude-7.0 earthquake

ABC  

A tsunami warning impacting nearly 5 million people on the United States west coast has been lifted, after a magnitude-7.0 earthquake was reported in Northern California. Some 4.7 million residents of California and Oregon had been under a tsunami warning before it was cancelled, the National Weather Service said. The tsunami warning was issued shortly after the temblor struck and …

7.0 earthquake hits Northern California, temporarily forcing tsunami warning
2 weeks, 4 days ago

7.0 earthquake hits Northern California, temporarily forcing tsunami warning

China Daily  

LOS ANGELES -- An earthquake with a magnitude of 7.0 shook parts of Northern California Thursday morning, temporarily forcing a tsunami warning that led to evacuations in some coastal areas of Northern California and the San Francisco Bay. The notable quake struck an offshore area about 100 km northwest of Ferndale, a city in Humboldt County in Northern California with …

7.0 magnitude earthquake strikes California, tsunami warning issued briefly
2 weeks, 4 days ago

7.0 magnitude earthquake strikes California, tsunami warning issued briefly

India Today  

A powerful earthquake of magnitude 7 hit off the coast of a sparsely populated area of northern California on Thursday, prompting coastal towns to evacuate low-lying areas amid a tsunami warning that was later cancelled. The National Weather Service said that the tsunami warning that extended along 500 miles of the California and Oregon coasts was called off about 90 …

Quake prompts brief tsunami warning on the West Coast. Here's what to know about tsunamis
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Quake prompts brief tsunami warning on the West Coast. Here's what to know about tsunamis

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The powerful earthquake that struck …

Quake prompts brief tsunami warning on the West Coast. Here’s what to know about tsunamis
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Quake prompts brief tsunami warning on the West Coast. Here’s what to know about tsunamis

Associated Press  

ANCHORAGE, Alaska — The powerful earthquake that struck in Northern California on Thursday prompted a brief tsunami warning affecting about 5 million people along a stretch of the West Coast — from Northern California to Oregon — before being canceled. A tsunami, a word that comes from the Japanese characters for harbor and wave, is a series of extremely long …

Tsunami map shows how San Francisco could be devastated
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Tsunami map shows how San Francisco could be devastated

The Independent  

Sign up to the Independent Climate email for the latest advice on saving the planet Get our free Climate email Get our free Climate email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. San Francisco County tsunami hazard areas map was updated in July 2021 showing a potentially greater impact on the …

Watch ariels from California as 7.0 magnitude earthquake prompts tsunami warning
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Watch ariels from California as 7.0 magnitude earthquake prompts tsunami warning

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US issues tsunami warning for coastal California, Oregon after 7.0 magnitude earthquake off coast
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2 weeks, 4 days ago

US issues tsunami warning for coastal California, Oregon after 7.0 magnitude earthquake off coast

Firstpost  

“A tsunami Warning is now in effect which includes the coastal areas of California and Oregon from Davenport, California to Douglas/Lane Line, Oregon,” a notification on the US Tsunami Warning Centers website read The earthquake struck off coast of Northern California. Image courtesy: US Tsunami Warning System A powerful 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Northern California on …

7.0 Earthquake Off Northern California Prompts Brief Tsunami Warning
2 weeks, 4 days ago

7.0 Earthquake Off Northern California Prompts Brief Tsunami Warning

Huff Post  

People watch the waves come in after an earthquake was felt widely across Northern California at Ocean Beach in San Francisco, Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024. via Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO — A 7.0 magnitude earthquake shook a large area of Northern California on Thursday, knocking items off grocery store shelves, sending children scrambling under desks and prompting a brief tsunami …

Why a massive California tsunami alert was issued — then soon canceled
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Why a massive California tsunami alert was issued — then soon canceled

LA Times  

Residents across Northern California’s coast were told to quickly evacuate Thursday morning and urged to seek higher ground after a magnitude 7 earthquake off the coast of Humboldt County prompted a tsunami warning. “Time has to be respected to get people safe,” said Dave Snider, the tsunami warning coordinator at the National Tsunami Warning Center in Alaska. “There’s only two …

7.0 earthquake rattles Northern California, spurs anxiety before tsunami warning is canceled
2 weeks, 5 days ago

7.0 earthquake rattles Northern California, spurs anxiety before tsunami warning is canceled

LA Times  

A magnitude 7 earthquake about 30 miles off the Humboldt County shoreline prompted a highly unusual tsunami warning for a wide swath of the Northern California coast Thursday, spurring widespread evacuations before it was canceled an hour later. California Why a massive California tsunami alert was issued — then soon canceled Coastal areas in Northern California began evacuating residents after …

‘It’s insane.’ How rattled Northern Californians weathered 7.0 earthquake and tsunami warning
2 weeks, 5 days ago

‘It’s insane.’ How rattled Northern Californians weathered 7.0 earthquake and tsunami warning

LA Times  

Hasan Raza cleans up inside E&J Liquors in Rio Dell, Calif., after the magnitude 7 earthquake Thursday. “It was a big earthquake,” said Kaitlin Graves, an employee at Petrolia General Store about 50 miles south of Eureka. “It’s pretty usual for us in Humboldt County to get earthquakes,” said Chappelle, who is the innkeeper of Hydrangea Inn, which was built …

Japan lowers tsunami warning after a series of earthquakes but tells people to stay away from coast
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Japan lowers tsunami warning after a series of earthquakes but tells people to stay away from coast

The Hindu  

Japan dropped its highest-level tsunami alert after issuing one following a series of major earthquakes Monday but told residents of coastal areas not to return to their homes as deadly waves could still come. The Japan Meteorological Agency reported more than a dozen strong quakes in the Japan Sea off the coast of Ishikawa and nearby prefectures starting shortly after …

Japan Earthquake: Highest-level Tsunami Warning Dropped, Residents of Coastal Areas Asked Not To Return To Homes
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Japan Earthquake: Highest-level Tsunami Warning Dropped, Residents of Coastal Areas Asked Not To Return To Homes

News 18  

Japan Drops Highest-level Tsunami Warning But Residents in Coastal Areas Told Not to Return homes Japan has dropped its highest-level tsunami alert, which was issued following a series of major earthquakes on Monday. Major Tsunami Warning in Japan Downgraded, but People Urged to Remain Alert The Japan Meteorological Agency has downgraded a “major tsunami warning” issued for central Japan’s Ishikawa …

Japan tsunami Jan. 1 updates | Tsunami warning lowered; evacuation orders still in place
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Japan tsunami Jan. 1 updates | Tsunami warning lowered; evacuation orders still in place

The Hindu  

Tsunami waves over a metre high hit central Japan on January 1 after a huge earthquake that damaged homes, set off a major fire and prompted authorities to urge people to run to higher ground. Media reports said two people were feared dead after the 7.5-magnitude quake struck Ishikawa prefecture on the Sea of Japan side of the main island …

Japan lowers tsunami warning after a series of earthquakes but tells people to stay away from coast
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Japan lowers tsunami warning after a series of earthquakes but tells people to stay away from coast

Associated Press  

TOKYO — Japan dropped its highest-level tsunami alert after issuing one following a series of major earthquakes Monday but told residents of coastal areas not to return to their homes as deadly waves could still come. The Japan Meteorological Agency reported more than a dozen strong quakes in the Japan Sea off the coast of Ishikawa and nearby prefectures starting …

Japan lowers its tsunami warning but tells people not to go home after several earthquakes
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Japan lowers its tsunami warning but tells people not to go home after several earthquakes

LA Times  

Cracks are seen on the ground in Wajima, Ishikawa prefecture, Japan on Monday following an earthquake. Japan dropped its highest-level tsunami alert, issued following a series of major earthquakes Monday, but told residents of coastal areas not to return to their homes as deadly waves could still come. The Japan Meteorological Agency reported more than a dozen quakes in the …

Tsunami warning lifted for coasts of Vanuatu and New Caledonia after magnitude-7.1 earthquake rocks the Pacific
1 year ago

Tsunami warning lifted for coasts of Vanuatu and New Caledonia after magnitude-7.1 earthquake rocks the Pacific

ABC  

A magnitude-7.1 earthquake struck off the coast of the Pacific island nation Vanuatu late on Thursday, but a tsunami threat has passed and there have been no immediate reports of damage. Key points: Residents say it was a scary night waiting for the all clear on tsunami warnings There were initial threats of hazardous tsunami waves along the coasts of …

Japan lifts a tsunami advisory issued after an earthquake hit near its outlying islands
1 year, 2 months ago

Japan lifts a tsunami advisory issued after an earthquake hit near its outlying islands

The Hindu  

Japan issued a tsunami advisory Thursday. October 5, 2023, after a strong earthquake struck near its outlying islands in the Pacific Ocean, but lifted it about two hours later. The advisory, the second-lowest of a four-stage warning system, asked people on islands in the Izu chain, which stretches south from the Tokyo region, to stay away from the coast and …

Tsunami alert! Japan issues advisory following strong 6.6 magnitude earthquake hits Pacific Ocean
1 year, 2 months ago

Tsunami alert! Japan issues advisory following strong 6.6 magnitude earthquake hits Pacific Ocean

India TV News  

Japan, on Thursday, issued a tsunami advisory following a strong earthquake struck near its outlying islands in the Pacific Ocean. The Japan Meteorological Agency said an offshore earthquake measuring magnitude 6.6 occurred late Thursday morning in the area at a depth of 10 kilometres. The quake was not felt on the islands or in the Tokyo region, but the meteorological …

Tsunami warning after 7.2 magnitude earthquake strikes Pacific island nation
1 year, 11 months ago

Tsunami warning after 7.2 magnitude earthquake strikes Pacific island nation

The Independent  

Sign up to the Independent Climate email for the latest advice on saving the planet Get our free Climate email Get our free Climate email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A tsunami warning has been issued after a powerful 7.2-magnitude earthquake rocked the Pacific archipelago …

More than 3 million residents got early earthquake warning: ‘A really big success’
2 years ago

More than 3 million residents got early earthquake warning: ‘A really big success’

LA Times  

An earthquake alert from the U.S. Geological Survey appears early Tuesday on the cellphone screen of Greta Turney, a Humboldt County resident. Depending on their distance from the quake’s epicenter — which was about 7.5 miles southwest of Ferndale — many residents were informed of the coming tremors before the shaking began, according to Robert de Groot, part of the …

Tsunami warning issued after 7.6 magnitude earthquake rocks central Mexico
2 years, 3 months ago

Tsunami warning issued after 7.6 magnitude earthquake rocks central Mexico

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The US Tsunami Warning System has issued an …

Soon after Tsunami warning for US West Coast, undersea volcano erupts near Tonga
2 years, 11 months ago

Soon after Tsunami warning for US West Coast, undersea volcano erupts near Tonga

India TV News  

Highlights A tsunami advisory was in effect for Hawaii, Alaska and the U.S. Pacific coast. An undersea volcano erupted in spectacular fashion Saturday near the Pacific nation of Tonga, sending large tsunami waves crashing across the shore and people rushing to higher ground. The Tonga Meteorological Services said a tsunami warning was declared for all of the archipelago, and data …

West Coast under tsunami advisory after volcano erupts in Pacific
2 years, 11 months ago

West Coast under tsunami advisory after volcano erupts in Pacific

LA Times  

This satellite image taken by Himawari-8 shows an undersea volcano eruption near the Pacific nation of Tonga on Saturday. An undersea volcano erupted in spectacular fashion near the Pacific nation of Tonga on Saturday, sending large tsunami waves crashing across the shore and people rushing to higher ground. The Tonga Meteorological Services said a tsunami warning was declared for all …

Tsunami threat remains for parts of Australia, despite warning downgrade, after underwater volcanic eruption near Tonga
2 years, 11 months ago

Tsunami threat remains for parts of Australia, despite warning downgrade, after underwater volcanic eruption near Tonga

ABC  

A massive underwater volcanic eruption off the island nation of Tonga has been felt across the Pacific, with many tsunami warnings still in place, including for some of Australia's east coast and islands. Key points: The Bureau of Meteorology issues a tsunami advisory for parts of eastern Australia New Zealand's tsunami advisory is for its north and east coasts Social …

Tsunami alerts in South Pacific, US coast after volcano erupts
2 years, 11 months ago

Tsunami alerts in South Pacific, US coast after volcano erupts

Al Jazeera  

A tsunami hits Tonga after a volcano erupts near the Pacific island, triggering alerts as far as the US West Coast. Tongans have fled to higher ground after an undersea volcano erupted, sending tsunami waves crashing onto the South Pacific island and triggering warnings as far as the US West Coast. New Zealand’s emergency management agency issued an advisory on …

Can a tsunami happen in Southern California? What should you do about it?
3 years, 3 months ago

Can a tsunami happen in Southern California? What should you do about it?

LA Times  

Crescent City, Calif., experienced significant damage in 2011 from the same earthquake-and-tsunami event that devastated Japan. Considering that California is hit by about one tsunami a year, it’s time to take more notice of those hazard zone and evacuation route signs. Graehl said Northern California could experience a significant local tsunami event generated from a major earthquake on the Cascadia …

New Zealand: Tsunami warning issued after strong earthquake in South Pacific, thousands evacuated
3 years, 9 months ago

New Zealand: Tsunami warning issued after strong earthquake in South Pacific, thousands evacuated

India TV News  

One of the biggest earthquakes to hit the South Pacific in modern history forced thousands of people in New Zealand to evacuate and triggered tsunami warnings across the world Friday, but it did not appear to cause injuries or major damage because it struck in remote ocean. After the largest quake, civil defense authorities in New Zealand told people in …

New Zealand earthquake: Authorities praise people for following tsunami warnings after three large quakes hit in the Pacific
3 years, 9 months ago

New Zealand earthquake: Authorities praise people for following tsunami warnings after three large quakes hit in the Pacific

ABC  

One of the strongest earthquakes to hit the South Pacific in modern history triggered tsunami warnings throughout the region and forced thousands of people in New Zealand to evacuate coastal areas on Friday. Key points: Small tsunami waves were witnessed, but little damage occurred New Zealand authorities say the threat has passed and people can return to their homes Residents …

New Zealanders urged to evacuate after earthquakes trigger tsunami warnings
3 years, 9 months ago

New Zealanders urged to evacuate after earthquakes trigger tsunami warnings

India Today  

Small tsunami waves triggered by a series of powerful earthquakes hit the east coast of New Zealand's North Island on Friday and authorities said thousands of residents who had evacuated to higher ground could now return to their homes. The third and strongest quake struck the Kermadec Islands, northeast of New Zealand's North Island, on Friday morning, coming shortly after …

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