Estimated Tsunami Arrival Times for Hawaii, California, and Washington Shared Amid Warnings.
A massive 8.8-magnitude earthquake off Russia’s far eastern coast has triggered widespread tsunami warnings across the Pacific region, with alerts issued for Hawaii, Alaska, and the U.S. West Coast, including California, Oregon, and Washington.
🌊 Tsunami Alerts Issued Across Pacific
The U.S. Tsunami Warning Centers have issued a Tsunami Warning for Hawaii and a Tsunami Watch for Alaska and the Pacific Coast. Former President Donald Trump also confirmed the threat, stating:
“Due to a massive earthquake that occurred in the Pacific Ocean, a Tsunami Warning is in effect for Hawaii. A Tsunami Watch is in effect for Alaska and the Pacific Coast of the United States. Japan is also in the way.”
🕒 Estimated Tsunami Arrival Times (ET / IST)
Alaska
- Aleutian Islands: First waves already reaching
- Kodiak: ~12:20 am ET (9:50 am IST)
- Southeast Alaska: 12:45–1:55 am ET (10:15–11:25 am IST)
Hawaii
- All islands: ~1:15 am ET (11:25 am IST)
- Sirens activated, emergency shelters opening in Hawaii County
Washington & Oregon
- Wave arrival: ~2:35–2:55 am ET (12:05–12:25 pm IST)
California
- Northern CA: Begins ~2:50 am ET (12:20 pm IST)
- San Francisco Bay: ~3:40 am ET (1:10 pm IST)
- Southern CA: ~4:00 am ET (1:30 pm IST)
⚠️ Warnings from Emergency Authorities
- Hawaii Emergency Management Agency: Urges extreme caution and sheltering
- National Weather Service (NWS), San Francisco: Advises residents to stay off beaches and waterways
- NWS Los Angeles: Warns of dangerous surges especially in harbors and marinas
- Indian Consulate, San Francisco: Advises Indians in the U.S. to avoid coastlines and move to higher ground
❗ Key Safety Advice:
- Avoid all coastal regions and low-lying areas
- Follow official alerts and advisories
- Do not return to the shore until local authorities declare it safe
- Prepare for a series of waves lasting hours
📌 Tsunami Risk Is Ongoing
Authorities stress that tsunamis arrive in multiple waves and danger persists long after the first hit. Coastal residents are urged to stay vigilant and prepared.
Stay tuned for live updates and official advisories from emergency services.
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