<p>A 7.2 magnitude earthquake off Vanuatu triggered a tsunami warning on Saturday (Oct 24), the Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre said. "Based on the preliminary earthquake parameters... hazardous tsunami waves are possible for coasts located within 300 KM of the earthquake epicenter," the Hawaii-based monitor warned after the shallow quake in waters around the island nation of Vanuatu. The quake, with a magnitude of 7.2, had an origin time of 0231 UTC on October 24, 2026, at coordinates 13.8 degrees south, 165.7 degrees east. Its depth was 10 km (6 miles), in the Vanuatu region. It's epicentre was around 200 kilometres (124 miles) north-west of Vanuatu's Port-Olry, according to geological monitor USGS which later revised the magnitude of the tremor down to 6.9. It also reported a second quake of magnitude 6.3 nearby.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/several-injured-in-massive-explosion-and-fire-at-chemical-warehouse-in-mexico-s-le-n-san-nicol-s-1792809823352"><strong>Several injured in massive explosion and fire at chemical warehouse in Mexico's León</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Threat forecast and recommended actions</strong></h2><p>The centre's bulletin lists Vanuatu as the threatened coastline. It advised government agencies responsible for coastal areas to take action to inform and instruct populations at risk, and urged people in threatened coastal zones to stay alert and follow instructions from national and local authorities.</p><h2><strong>First wave arrival time</strong></h2><p>The estimated time of arrival of the initial tsunami wave for Esperitu Santo, Vanuatu is 0301 UTC on October 24, the centre said, while cautioning that actual arrival times may differ and the initial wave may not be the largest. A tsunami is a series of waves, with the time between waves ranging from five minutes to one hour.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/horrific-video-shows-the-moment-18-year-old-fell-to-her-death-from-mexico-amusement-park-ride-1792729517008"><strong>Horrific video shows the moment 18-year-old fell to her death from Mexico amusement park ride</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Hawaii facing a tsunami threat?</strong></h2><p>The Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre on its website said, “A tsunami threat exists for parts of the Pacific located closer to the earthquake. However... Based on all available data... There is no tsunami threat to Hawaii.”</p><p>In subsequent bulletins, the warning centre added that there was no threat to US territories, listing Guam, Rota, Tinian or Saipan, American Samoa, &nbsp;as safe.</p>

A 7.2 magnitude earthquake off Vanuatu has triggered a tsunami warning for coasts within 300 km of the epicenter, the Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre said. Read on.


A 7.2 magnitude earthquake off Vanuatu triggered a tsunami warning on Saturday (Oct 24), the Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre said. "Based on the preliminary earthquake parameters... hazardous tsunami waves are possible for coasts located within 300 KM of the earthquake epicenter," the Hawaii-based monitor warned after the shallow quake in waters around the island nation of Vanuatu. The quake, with a magnitude of 7.2, had an origin time of 0231 UTC on October 24, 2026, at coordinates 13.8 degrees south, 165.7 degrees east. Its depth was 10 km (6 miles), in the Vanuatu region. It's epicentre was around 200 kilometres (124 miles) north-west of Vanuatu's Port-Olry, according to geological monitor USGS which later revised the magnitude of the tremor down to 6.9. It also reported a second quake of magnitude 6.3 nearby. Also read | Several injured in massive explosion and fire at chemical warehouse in Mexico's León Threat forecast and recommended actions The centre's bulletin lists Vanuatu as the threatened coastline. It advised government agencies responsible for coastal areas to take action to inform and instruct populations at risk, and urged people in threatened coastal zones to stay alert and follow instructions from national and local authorities. First wave arrival time The estimated time of arrival of the initial tsunami wave for Esperitu Santo, Vanuatu is 0301 UTC on October 24, the centre said, while cautioning that actual arrival times may differ and the initial wave may not be the largest. A tsunami is a series of waves, with the time between waves ranging from five minutes to one hour. Also read | Horrific video shows the moment 18-year-old fell to her death from Mexico amusement park ride Hawaii facing a tsunami threat? The Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre on its website said, “A tsunami threat exists for parts of the Pacific located closer to the earthquake. However... Based on all available data... There is no tsunami threat to Hawaii.” In subsequent bulletins, the warning centre added that there was no threat to US territories, listing Guam, Rota, Tinian or Saipan, American Samoa, as safe.

<p>A 7.2 magnitude earthquake off Vanuatu has triggered a tsunami warning for coasts within 300 km of the epicenter, the Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre said. Read on.</p>

Massive 7.2 magnitude quake off Vanuatu triggers tsunami warning for coasts within 300 km

<p>Panama's President Jose Raul Mulino on Friday (Oct 09) declared a “major disaster” after a powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake rocked the Central American country, collapsing roads and buildings and injuring at least two people. “We are facing a major disaster,” Mulino said, adding that some roads near the epicentre had “completely collapsed”. He did not provide details of casualties.</p><p>The head of emergency operations, Rene Garcia, told AFP that there were no reports of fatalities so far. Two people were injured after being trapped in separate collapsed structures, one near a church in Veraguas and the other in a hotel in Cocle province, Garcia said.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/powerful-7-7-magnitude-earthquake-strikes-panama-tsunami-warning-issued-1791573774578"><strong>Powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake strikes Panama, tsunami warning issued</strong></a></p><h2><strong>What happened in Panama?</strong></h2><p>The shallow earthquake struck at 12:56 pm local time (1756 GMT), with its epicentre about 10 kilometres (six miles) from the town of Pitaloza Arriba in central Herrera province, according to the US Geological Survey (USGS). The agency initially estimated the magnitude at 8.0 before revising it to 7.7.</p><p>The tremor was felt across the country, home to around 4.5 million people. In Panama City, about 200 kilometres (120 miles) from the epicentre, people rushed out of high-rise buildings as the shaking triggered panic.</p><p>“I was scared because the shaking was very strong and prolonged,” Salomon Andion, 46, told AFP after evacuating his 15-storey building for the second time following aftershocks.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/food-shortages-suicide-attempts-and-more-uss-abraham-lincoln-returns-to-us-after-321-day-deployment-supporting-war-on-iran-the-whole-row-explained-1791521270404"><strong>Food shortages, suicide attempts and more: USS Abraham Lincoln returns to US after 321 day deployment amid Iran war — What happened aboard the US carrier?</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Airport shut, towns cut off</strong></h2><p>Panama City's international airport was temporarily closed, with several flights diverted as a precaution, according to the Civil Aeronautics Authority.</p><p>The Panama Canal Authority said shipping through the canal, which connects the Pacific and Atlantic oceans, remained unaffected and was operating normally.</p><p>Health Minister Fernando Boyd said Herrera, Cocle and Los Santos were among the worst-affected provinces. The town of Tonosi in Los Santos was completely cut off, and authorities were exploring ways to reach it by air because road access was impossible, he said.</p><p>A tsunami warning issued for the eastern Pacific was later lifted. More than 80 aftershocks have been recorded, including one measuring above magnitude 6.0, according to the local geosciences institute.&nbsp;</p><p>The education ministry has suspended classes in schools nationwide. Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington was closely monitoring the situation and was mobilising resources and personnel to assist at the Panamanian government's request.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Panama's president has declared a “major disaster” after a 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck the country, collapsing roads and buildings and injuring at least two people. The airport was temporarily closed, a tsunami warning was lifted and aftershocks continued.


Panama's President Jose Raul Mulino on Friday (Oct 09) declared a “major disaster” after a powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake rocked the Central American country, collapsing roads and buildings and injuring at least two people. “We are facing a major disaster,” Mulino said, adding that some roads near the epicentre had “completely collapsed”. He did not provide details of casualties. The head of emergency operations, Rene Garcia, told AFP that there were no reports of fatalities so far. Two people were injured after being trapped in separate collapsed structures, one near a church in Veraguas and the other in a hotel in Cocle province, Garcia said. Also read | Powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake strikes Panama, tsunami warning issued What happened in Panama? The shallow earthquake struck at 12:56 pm local time (1756 GMT), with its epicentre about 10 kilometres (six miles) from the town of Pitaloza Arriba in central Herrera province, according to the US Geological Survey (USGS). The agency initially estimated the magnitude at 8.0 before revising it to 7.7. The tremor was felt across the country, home to around 4.5 million people. In Panama City, about 200 kilometres (120 miles) from the epicentre, people rushed out of high-rise buildings as the shaking triggered panic. “I was scared because the shaking was very strong and prolonged,” Salomon Andion, 46, told AFP after evacuating his 15-storey building for the second time following aftershocks. Also read | Food shortages, suicide attempts and more: USS Abraham Lincoln returns to US after 321 day deployment amid Iran war — What happened aboard the US carrier? Airport shut, towns cut off Panama City's international airport was temporarily closed, with several flights diverted as a precaution, according to the Civil Aeronautics Authority. The Panama Canal Authority said shipping through the canal, which connects the Pacific and Atlantic oceans, remained unaffected and was operating normally. Health Minister Fernando Boyd said Herrera, Cocle and Los Santos were among the worst-affected provinces. The town of Tonosi in Los Santos was completely cut off, and authorities were exploring ways to reach it by air because road access was impossible, he said. A tsunami warning issued for the eastern Pacific was later lifted. More than 80 aftershocks have been recorded, including one measuring above magnitude 6.0, according to the local geosciences institute. The education ministry has suspended classes in schools nationwide. Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington was closely monitoring the situation and was mobilising resources and personnel to assist at the Panamanian government's request.

<p>Panama's president has declared a “major disaster” after a 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck the country, collapsing roads and buildings and injuring at least two people. The airport was temporarily closed, a tsunami warning was lifted and aftershocks continued.</p>

Panama president declares ‘major disaster’ after powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake; over 80 aftershocks recorded

A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off Indonesia's Flores region, killing at least 38 people and triggering a tsunami warning that was later lifted. The earthquake struck at a shallow depth of around 10 kilometres, according to the US Geological Survey.

Strong shaking was reported across parts of East Nusa Tenggara, while buildings and other structures were damaged. Rescue teams searched through collapsed buildings and rubble as authorities worked to evacuate residents and recover victims.

The powerful quake was followed by aftershocks, including one measuring 6.1 magnitude. Tsunami waves of less than three feet were recorded in some areas before the warning was lifted.

Watch this report for the latest updates on the Indonesia earthquake, Flores damage, casualties, tsunami warning and ongoing rescue operations.

Indonesia Earthquake: 7.7-Magnitude Quake Kills 38 | Tsunami Warning Issued Then Lifted 

A powerful 7.1-magnitude earthquake has struck southwestern Japan, killing at least 13 people and leaving widespread destruction across Kumamoto Prefecture. The quake toppled buildings, damaged roads and bridges, derailed a cargo train, and sparked multiple fires. Authorities say a gas leak likely triggered a deadly explosion at a shopping mall, where several people remain missing.

Around 300,000 residents have been urged to evacuate as strong aftershocks continue to shake the region. Rescue teams, supported by Japan's military, are carrying out search and relief operations while officials assess the damage. The historic Kumamoto Castle has also suffered fresh damage, years after the devastating 2016 earthquakes.

Japan Hit by Devastating 7.1 Earthquake | Death Toll Rises, Rescue Operations Underway

<p>A 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck off the southern coast of the Philippines on Monday (June 8), according to the United States Geological Survey, killing one and injuring several others. The Japan Meteorological Agency said that the earthquake was of magnitude 8.2. A tsunami alert has been issued in Philippines, and coastal areas stretching from Ibaraki Prefecture to Okinawa Prefecture in Japan. Videos on social media showed violent shaking and buildings crumbling to dust and debris. The&nbsp;United States Geological Survey sai that the offshore&nbsp;quake hit at a depth of 35 kilometres (22 miles) off the island of Mindanao. The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center said that tsunami waves were possible "within the next three hours" along the coasts of the Philippines, Indonesia, Palau, Taiwan and Papua New Guinea.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">WATCH: Building collapses after magnitude 7.8 earthquake strikes the Philippines <a href="https://t.co/8Q9XFK6Gf8">pic.twitter.com/8Q9XFK6Gf8</a></p>&mdash; BNO News Live (@BNODesk) <a href="https://x.com/BNODesk/status/2063781669664858191?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 8, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>How Philippines government responded?</h2><p>Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr directed all government officials to act immediately following the earthquake. He instructed officials to pay heed the tsunami warning, and move to higher ground immediately. “Life is more important than anything left behind,” he said in a statement. He added the national government is moving, and no one in Mindanao will be left behind. He added that he is in constant communication with regional offices and local officials on the ground. “I have directed all relevant government agencies to act immediately. The Office of Civil Defense and the NDRRMC are now coordinating disaster response and monitoring across all affected areas. The DSWD has been directed to pre-position relief goods and ensure that evacuation centers are ready and operational. The DPWH is on standby to assess damage to roads, bridges, and critical infrastructure, and to clear routes needed for rescue and relief operations,” he said in a statement on X.</p>

<p>Master Sergeant Robert Dagon of the General Santos City police also issued a statement and said: “Many buildings were affected, but I cannot enumerate them now because we are busy with ongoing rescues.”&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2026/20260608/image-1780883751526.png"></figure><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Terrifying videos are emerging from Philippines. In the videos, locals can be heard crying for help. In another video from a school, students are taken aback as violent shaking begins. They rush for safety as school building is seen crumbling. Chaos erupt as students rush for safety.&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Another video captures the Jollibee building collapse in General Santos, Philippines following powerful earthquake. No word on casualties. <a href="https://t.co/LJEVl0qTjC">https://t.co/LJEVl0qTjC</a> <a href="https://t.co/DgixNijwoY">pic.twitter.com/DgixNijwoY</a></p>&mdash; AZ Intel (@AZ_Intel_) <a href="https://x.com/AZ_Intel_/status/2063786973630767113?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 8, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">🌊🚨The Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre has issued a tsunami alert for several countries and territories across the western Pacific following the powerful <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/earthquake?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#earthquake</a><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/Philippines?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Philippines</a> Earthquake: 8.2 Magnitude Quake Hits <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/Mindanao?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Mindanao</a>, <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/Tsunami?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Tsunami</a> Alert Issued<a href="https://t.co/kuNtllsqvy">https://t.co/kuNtllsqvy</a> <a href="https://t.co/pVFOA8z7qw">pic.twitter.com/pVFOA8z7qw</a></p>&mdash; ⚡️🌎 World News 🌐⚡️ (@ferozwala) <a href="https://x.com/ferozwala/status/2063779598379503791?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 8, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

A powerful 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Mindanao in the southern Philippines on Monday, according to the USGS. The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center issued a tsunami alert, warning that waves could affect coastal areas 

A 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck off the southern coast of the Philippines on Monday (June 8), according to the United States Geological Survey, killing one and injuring several others. The Japan Meteorological Agency said that the earthquake was of magnitude 8.2. A tsunami alert has been issued in Philippines, and coastal areas stretching from Ibaraki Prefecture to Okinawa Prefecture in Japan. Videos on social media showed violent shaking and buildings crumbling to dust and debris. The United States Geological Survey sai that the offshore quake hit at a depth of 35 kilometres (22 miles) off the island of Mindanao. The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center said that tsunami waves were possible "within the next three hours" along the coasts of the Philippines, Indonesia, Palau, Taiwan and Papua New Guinea.

<p>A powerful 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Mindanao in the southern Philippines on Monday, according to the USGS. The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center issued a tsunami alert, warning that waves could affect coastal areas&nbsp;</p>

Powerful 7.8 magnitude earthquake rocks Philippines, buildings crumble into dust; tsunami alert issued - VIDEO

<p>As Typhoon Co-May made landfall in Shanghai on Wednesday (July 30), it brought strong winds and heavy rainfall. Moreover, tsunami alerts were spread across the Pacific following a massive earthquake off Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula. A typhoon made landfall, and around two lakh people were evacuated from risk zone areas in and around the financial hub of Shanghai.</p><p>The authorities have issued alerts and cancelled hundreds of flights, urging people to stay indoors as the typhoon swept across the region, Reuters reported.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-grok-is-trash-musk-s-ai-chatbot-slammed-for-falsely-claiming-hawaii-tsunami-warning-cancelled-1753873206276"><strong>Also read: 'GROK IS TRASH': Musk's AI chatbot slammed for falsely claiming Hawaii tsunami warning cancelled</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Authorities, in an effort to keep people safe, evacuated over 280,000 people to safer locations. While forecasters have warned that Co-May could make a second landfall closer to Shanghai later on Wednesday.</p><p>"From last night to 10:00 am today, 282,800 people have been evacuated and relocated, basically achieving the goal of evacuating all those who needed to be evacuated," state broadcaster CCTV reported.</p><p>The Shanghai Central Meteorological Observatory issued an orange alert, which was an earlier rainstorm alert. Notably, orange alert is the second-highest warning level.</p><p>The storm initially made landfall in Zhoushan, a port city in Zhejiang province, with sustained winds reaching up to 83 km/hr near its centre.</p><p>Following this, construction projects have been halted across the city. Moreover, Yangshan Port, the largest container port in the world, suspended operation on Tuesday.</p><p>Earlier today, the magnitude 8.8 quake struck at 8:24 am (2304 GMT Tuesday) off Petropavlovsk on Russia's remote Kamchatka peninsula and was one of the 10 biggest recorded, according to the USGS.</p><p>As per reports, this was one of the strongest earthquakes ever recorded to strike Russia's sparsely populated Far East early. It caused tsunamis of up to four metres (12 feet) across the Pacific and sparked evacuations from Hawaii to Japan.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

The authorities in Shanghai have issued alerts and cancelled hundreds of flights, urging people to stay indoors as the typhoon swept across the region. 

As Typhoon Co-May made landfall in Shanghai on Wednesday (July 30), it brought strong winds and heavy rainfall. Moreover, tsunami alerts were spread across the Pacific following a massive earthquake off Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula. A typhoon made landfall, and around two lakh people were evacuated from risk zone areas in and around the financial hub of Shanghai. The authorities have issued alerts and cancelled hundreds of flights, urging people to stay indoors as the typhoon swept across the region, Reuters reported. Also read: 'GROK IS TRASH': Musk's AI chatbot slammed for falsely claiming Hawaii tsunami warning cancelled Authorities, in an effort to keep people safe, evacuated over 280,000 people to safer locations. While forecasters have warned that Co-May could make a second landfall closer to Shanghai later on Wednesday. "From last night to 10:00 am today, 282,800 people have been evacuated and relocated, basically achieving the goal of evacuating all those who needed to be evacuated," state broadcaster CCTV reported. The Shanghai Central Meteorological Observatory issued an orange alert, which was an earlier rainstorm alert. Notably, orange alert is the second-highest warning level. The storm initially made landfall in Zhoushan, a port city in Zhejiang province, with sustained winds reaching up to 83 km/hr near its centre. Following this, construction projects have been halted across the city. Moreover, Yangshan Port, the largest container port in the world, suspended operation on Tuesday. Earlier today, the magnitude 8.8 quake struck at 8:24 am (2304 GMT Tuesday) off Petropavlovsk on Russia's remote Kamchatka peninsula and was one of the 10 biggest recorded, according to the USGS. As per reports, this was one of the strongest earthquakes ever recorded to strike Russia's sparsely populated Far East early. It caused tsunamis of up to four metres (12 feet) across the Pacific and sparked evacuations from Hawaii to Japan.

<p>The authorities in Shanghai have issued alerts and cancelled hundreds of flights, urging people to stay indoors as the typhoon swept across the region.&nbsp;</p>

Typhoon Co-May hits China, tsunami warning issued as around two lakh people evacuated - Here's what we know

<p>After the tsunami struck Hawaii on Tuesday (July 29) local time, Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok came under scrutiny after it falsely claimed that the warning had been cancelled. After an 8.8 magnitude earthquake struck Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula, a tsunami warning was issued. Tsunami Warning Center (PTWC), the Haleiwa gauge in Hawaii recorded a tsunami amplitude of 4 feet above normal sea level.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>As the tsunami struck the region, waves nearly 6 feet high were reported in Maui, according to data. The Hawaii authorities warned that the follow-up waves over the next hours would be even larger and dangerous.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>After the authorities issued a tsunami warning earlier in the day, people began panicking and shifting to the AI chatbot for answers. However, Musk's Grok claimed that the warning "had been cancelled".</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>One of the users asked about the warnings, to which Grok replied, "Not lying-the Hawaii tsunami warning was canceled after buoy data confirmed no threat, per tsunami.gov as of July 30, 2025. Active warnings remain only for parts of AK and CA. Verify directly and stay safe!”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Grok, in another reply, explained from where it is gathering the information, stating, "My answers update with the latest data from sources like tsunami.gov. As of now, July 30, 2025, there are no active tsunami warnings for Hawaii- the previous one appears to have been canceled. Always verify directly at tsunami.gov for safety.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>However, it did not turn out well. The responses made by Grok went viral on X, which further triggered criticism from the users.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>People complained that Musk's AI chatbot told people that tsunami warnings had been lifted in Hawaii, all before the authorities and government gave the heads-up.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“Major screw up. Grok tells people the Hawaii Tsunami warning was lifted before officials and government sites gave the all clear. Best fix this soon, Elon Musk," one user wrote.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Another user slammed Grok, saying, "Grok is trash. Still can't definitively say whether or not there is currently a Tsunami Warning in Hawaii. WHICH THERE IS. I have noticed more and more errors with Grok recently.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Later, the Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre downgraded the tsunami alert for Hawaii from a 'warning' to an ‘advisory,’ according to a report by AFP.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Tsunami waves reached the US West Coast along the Washington, Oregon, and California coastlines on Wednesday after an earthquake of magnitude 8.8 hit Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula, as per CNN.</p>

Musk owned AI chatbot Grok was critically slammed for falsely claiming that Hawaii tsunami warning was cancelled, before the authorities and government gave a heads up. Netizens replied, asking Elon Musk to "fix this".

After the tsunami struck Hawaii on Tuesday (July 29) local time, Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok came under scrutiny after it falsely claimed that the warning had been cancelled. After an 8.8 magnitude earthquake struck Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula, a tsunami warning was issued. Tsunami Warning Center (PTWC), the Haleiwa gauge in Hawaii recorded a tsunami amplitude of 4 feet above normal sea level. As the tsunami struck the region, waves nearly 6 feet high were reported in Maui, according to data. The Hawaii authorities warned that the follow-up waves over the next hours would be even larger and dangerous. After the authorities issued a tsunami warning earlier in the day, people began panicking and shifting to the AI chatbot for answers. However, Musk's Grok claimed that the warning "had been cancelled". One of the users asked about the warnings, to which Grok replied, "Not lying-the Hawaii tsunami warning was canceled after buoy data confirmed no threat, per tsunami.gov as of July 30, 2025. Active warnings remain only for parts of AK and CA. Verify directly and stay safe!” Grok, in another reply, explained from where it is gathering the information, stating, "My answers update with the latest data from sources like tsunami.gov. As of now, July 30, 2025, there are no active tsunami warnings for Hawaii- the previous one appears to have been canceled. Always verify directly at tsunami.gov for safety.” However, it did not turn out well. The responses made by Grok went viral on X, which further triggered criticism from the users. People complained that Musk's AI chatbot told people that tsunami warnings had been lifted in Hawaii, all before the authorities and government gave the heads-up. “Major screw up. Grok tells people the Hawaii Tsunami warning was lifted before officials and government sites gave the all clear. Best fix this soon, Elon Musk," one user wrote. Another user slammed Grok, saying, "Grok is trash. Still can't definitively say whether or not there is currently a Tsunami Warning in Hawaii. WHICH THERE IS. I have noticed more and more errors with Grok recently.” Later, the Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre downgraded the tsunami alert for Hawaii from a 'warning' to an ‘advisory,’ according to a report by AFP. Tsunami waves reached the US West Coast along the Washington, Oregon, and California coastlines on Wednesday after an earthquake of magnitude 8.8 hit Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula, as per CNN.

<p>Musk owned AI chatbot Grok was critically slammed for falsely claiming that Hawaii tsunami warning was cancelled, before the authorities and government gave a heads up. Netizens replied, asking Elon Musk to "fix this".</p>

'GROK IS TRASH': Musk's AI chatbot slammed for falsely claiming Hawaii tsunami warning cancelled

<p>An earthquake of magnitude 8.8 struck off Russia’s far eastern Kamchatka Peninsula on Wednesday (July 30, 2025), causing tsunamis up to four metres (12 feet) high across the Pacific. The earthquake unleashed powerful tsunami waves that threatened sparsely populated areas across the Pacific, sparking evacuations from Hawaii to Japan.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The quake has caused tsunamis to rise to four metres (12 feet). However, the full extent of the damage from the Kamchatka earthquake and tsunami has not been ascertained. This earthquake is the largest since 2004, when one of magnitude 9.1 near Indonesia's Sumatra Island triggered an Indian Ocean tsunami that claimed around 220,000 people in 11 nations.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>But do you know the top deadliest tsunamis in the last 500 years, which have claimed several lives and devastated several infrastructures? Here is the list of the top 10 deadliest tsunamis.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>S. No</strong></td><td><strong>Tsunami</strong></td><td><strong>Location</strong></td><td><strong>Casualties</strong></td></tr><tr><td>1.</td><td>Indian Ocean Earthquake and Tsunami (2004)</td><td>Sumatra, Indonesia &amp; Indian Ocean countries</td><td>Over 230,000 deaths across 13 countries</td></tr><tr><td>2.</td><td>Japan Tōhoku Earthquake and Tsunami (2011)</td><td>North Pacific Coast, Japan</td><td>Over 18,500 deaths, Damage to $235 billion USD properties (including Fukushima nuclear disaster damage)</td></tr><tr><td>3.</td><td>Krakatoa Volcanic Tsunami (1883)</td><td>Sunda Strait, Indonesia</td><td>Over 36,000 deaths</td></tr><tr><td>4.</td><td>Peru-Chile Tsunami (1868)</td><td>Coast of Peru and Chile</td><td>Over 25,000 deaths</td></tr><tr><td>5.</td><td>1792 Unzen Earthquake and Tsunami</td><td>Japan (Shimabara Peninsula)</td><td>Over 15,000 deaths</td></tr><tr><td>6.</td><td>1946 Aleutian Islands Earthquake &amp; Tsunami</td><td>Near the Alaskan coast</td><td>Over 165 deaths and extensive damage of properties</td></tr><tr><td>7.</td><td>1700 Cascadia Earthquake &amp; Tsunami</td><td>Pacific Northwest, USA/Canada coast</td><td>Exact figures are unknown (estimated in the 1,000s)</td></tr><tr><td>8.</td><td>1960 Great Chilean Earthquake &amp; Tsunami</td><td>Chile</td><td>Over 1600 deaths</td></tr><tr><td>9.</td><td>2006 Pangandaran Tsunami</td><td>Java, Indonesia</td><td>Over 700 deaths</td></tr><tr><td>10.</td><td>1958 Lituya Bay Megatsunami</td><td>Alaska, USA</td><td>2 deaths</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

<p>Historically, the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami remains the deadliest in modern history, claiming around 230,000 lives and causing multibillion-dollar property damage. The tsunami was triggered by a massive 9.1 magnitude undersea earthquake near Sumatra.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/shaking-the-earth-top-10-countries-most-affected-by-earthquakes-where-does-india-stand-1753859562221">Top 10 countries most affected by Earthquakes—Where does India stand?</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The recent earthquake in Russia has become the strongest since 1952. It was “the world's first recorded magnitude 9 earthquake.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>It is marked as the sixth most severe earthquake in global history, along with the 2010 earthquake in Biobío, Chile, and the 1906 earthquake in Esmeraldas, Ecuador, along with a massive 9.1 magnitude undersea earthquake near Sumatra.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Following the tsunami warning in the coastal regions of Russia, Japan, and the US, officials reported that the population of around 2,000 people was evacuated. In addition, several people were injured in Russia by the quake, but none seriously, according to state media Zvezda.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Around 1.9 million people have been also asked to evacuate in Japan, and authorities urged residents to reach higher ground over a possible tsunami.</p>

After a severe earthquake in Russia on Wednesday (July 30) triggered tsunami warnings across the coastal regions of the US and Japan, you might be wondering about the world's deadliest tsunamis. Let's have a look at the top 10 deadliest tsunamis in the last 500 years.

An earthquake of magnitude 8.8 struck off Russia’s far eastern Kamchatka Peninsula on Wednesday (July 30, 2025), causing tsunamis up to four metres (12 feet) high across the Pacific. The earthquake unleashed powerful tsunami waves that threatened sparsely populated areas across the Pacific, sparking evacuations from Hawaii to Japan. The quake has caused tsunamis to rise to four metres (12 feet). However, the full extent of the damage from the Kamchatka earthquake and tsunami has not been ascertained. This earthquake is the largest since 2004, when one of magnitude 9.1 near Indonesia's Sumatra Island triggered an Indian Ocean tsunami that claimed around 220,000 people in 11 nations. But do you know the top deadliest tsunamis in the last 500 years, which have claimed several lives and devastated several infrastructures? Here is the list of the top 10 deadliest tsunamis.

<p>After a severe earthquake in Russia on Wednesday (July 30) triggered tsunami warnings across the coastal regions of the US and Japan, you might be wondering about the world's deadliest tsunamis. Let's have a look at the top 10 deadliest tsunamis in the last 500 years.</p>

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<p>The massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake that struck Russia’s far east coast early Wednesday (Jul 30) was the region’s strongest recorded quake in 73 years. Kamchatka’s geophysical service said that the seismic event was the strongest since 1952. It added that strong aftershocks of up to 7.5 magnitude are possible. The earthquake has triggered tsunami warnings across the Pacific.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“The strongest earthquake since 1952 has just occurred in the Kamchatka seismic zone ... Given the scale of the event, strong aftershocks with a magnitude of up to 7.5 should be expected,” Kamchatka’s geophysical service said on Telegram.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), the epicentre of the earthquake was roughly the same as the massive 9.0 quake in 1952, which resulted in a Pacific-wide tsunami. It added that the recent seismic activity was one of the 10 strongest earthquakes ever recorded.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The recent earthquake was also the largest since 2011, when a 9.1 magnitude quake struck Japan, triggering a destructive tsunami that killed over 15,000 people.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Following the earthquake, at least six aftershocks rattled the far east region of Russia, including one of magnitude 6.9 and another of magnitude 6.3. Russian authorities said that a tsunami struck and flooded the port town of Severo-Kurilsk.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>According to the US Tsunami Warning Centers, waves of more than three metres above the tide level were expected along the coasts of Ecuador, the northwestern Hawaiian islands and Russia. While waves of between one to three metres high were predicted along some coasts of Chile, Costa Rica, French Polynesia, Hawaii, Japan and other islands in the Pacific, it said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In addition, waves of up to one metre were possible in Australia, Colombia, Mexico, New Zealand, Tonga and Taiwan.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>What happened during 1952 earthquake?</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The 1952 Kamchatka Peninsula earthquake was one of the most powerful seismic events recorded in the 20th century. The magnitude 9.0 quake, which occurred on November 4, triggered a massive tsunami, which resulted in significant damage to the coastal regions of Hawaii. The earthquake triggered massive tsunami waves measuring as high as 9.1 metres (30 feet). Despite the intensity of the event, no fatalities occurred, mostly due to the remote nature of the region.</p>

The recent earthquake was also the largest since 2011, when a 9.1 magnitude quake struck Japan, triggering a destructive tsunami that killed over 15,000 people.

The massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake that struck Russia’s far east coast early Wednesday (Jul 30) was the region’s strongest recorded quake in 73 years. Kamchatka’s geophysical service said that the seismic event was the strongest since 1952. It added that strong aftershocks of up to 7.5 magnitude are possible. The earthquake has triggered tsunami warnings across the Pacific. “The strongest earthquake since 1952 has just occurred in the Kamchatka seismic zone ... Given the scale of the event, strong aftershocks with a magnitude of up to 7.5 should be expected,” Kamchatka’s geophysical service said on Telegram. According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), the epicentre of the earthquake was roughly the same as the massive 9.0 quake in 1952, which resulted in a Pacific-wide tsunami. It added that the recent seismic activity was one of the 10 strongest earthquakes ever recorded. The recent earthquake was also the largest since 2011, when a 9.1 magnitude quake struck Japan, triggering a destructive tsunami that killed over 15,000 people. Following the earthquake, at least six aftershocks rattled the far east region of Russia, including one of magnitude 6.9 and another of magnitude 6.3. Russian authorities said that a tsunami struck and flooded the port town of Severo-Kurilsk. According to the US Tsunami Warning Centers, waves of more than three metres above the tide level were expected along the coasts of Ecuador, the northwestern Hawaiian islands and Russia. While waves of between one to three metres high were predicted along some coasts of Chile, Costa Rica, French Polynesia, Hawaii, Japan and other islands in the Pacific, it said. In addition, waves of up to one metre were possible in Australia, Colombia, Mexico, New Zealand, Tonga and Taiwan. What happened during 1952 earthquake? The 1952 Kamchatka Peninsula earthquake was one of the most powerful seismic events recorded in the 20th century. The magnitude 9.0 quake, which occurred on November 4, triggered a massive tsunami, which resulted in significant damage to the coastal regions of Hawaii. The earthquake triggered massive tsunami waves measuring as high as 9.1 metres (30 feet). Despite the intensity of the event, no fatalities occurred, mostly due to the remote nature of the region.

<p>The recent earthquake was also the largest since 2011, when a 9.1 magnitude quake struck Japan, triggering a destructive tsunami that killed over 15,000 people.</p>

Russia’s Kamchatka hit by strong earthquake since 1952 – What happened 73 years ago?

<p>Months after an earthquake of magnitude 7.7 jolted Myanmar's Sagaing on March 28, 2025, claiming over 5000 lives, another massive earthquake of magnitude 8.8 struck off Russia's far eastern Kamchatka Peninsula on Wednesday (July 30). Later, the powerful quake prompted a tsunami warning in the Pacific Ocean, which triggered evacuations across Russia, Japan, and Hawaii.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>After the major-to-minor earthquake in the recent past, you might be wondering which countries are frequently hit by massive earthquakes. As you know, when the quake hits, it reshapes landscapes, infrastructure, economies, and lives in seconds.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Numerous Asian countries are highly prone to earthquakes. China and Indonesia are experiencing the most seismic activity, and when looked at in relative terms, Japan records the highest number of earthquakes globally.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Based on seismic records and NOAA’s data, here is the list of the top 10 countries frequently hit by major earthquakes over the last three decades.</strong></p><h3>10. Afghanistan</h3><p>Afghanistan has secured the 10th spot across the world after it endured repeated earthquakes, particularly in its northeastern and central provinces. The Hindu Kush region is a hotspot for seismic and tectonic activity due to the collision between the Indian and Eurasian plates.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h3>9. Mexico</h3><p>Like many living organisms nestled within the fiery embrace of the Pacific Ocean's Ring of Fire, Mexico has a deep connection with earthquakes. The land is in the range of shifting tectonic plates, making earthquakes frequent in the region.</p><h3>8. Philippines</h3><p>With a total of 553 earthquakes and 55 major earthquakes, the Philippines places 8th. This land regularly experiences strong earthquakes due to the Philippine Sea Plate’s interaction with the Eurasian Plate. The most devastating earthquake on this land was in 1990, when Luzon Island was hit by a 7.7 magnitude quake, claiming the lives of 2,412 people.</p><h3>7. India</h3><p>India ranks 7th, as the northeast and Himalayan belt are highly earthquake-prone due to continuous seismic activity and tectonic collision with the Eurasian Plate. The 2001 Gujarat earthquake was one of the most devastating earthquakes, which claimed over 20,000 lives.</p><h3>6. Turkey</h3><p>Turkey holds the 6th spot in terms of the most earthquakes, as it lies along the North Anatolian Fault, a major east-west fault line that has produced multiple deadly quakes. The 1999 İzmit and the 2023 Kahramanmaraş earthquakes are among the most destructive in history. According to official figures, at least 18,373 people died and 48,901 people were injured during the 1999 İzmit earthquake, and the 2023 Kahramanmaraş earthquakes claimed over 50,000 lives.</p><h3>5. United States</h3><p>The US witnessed the most seismic activity in California and Alaska. The San Andreas Fault is quite popular for coming up with destructive quakes, and Alaska also experiences some of the strongest earthquakes in North America. From 1990 to 2024, the US has experienced a total of 78 massive earthquakes, claiming several lives.</p><h3>4. Japan</h3><p>Japan also faces some of the strongest tremors in the world. It is located squarely on the Ring of Fire, which prompts frequent earthquakes. The massive and hazardous quakes on this land include the 2011 Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami, which killed at least 20,000 people. The region has witnessed a total of 98 major earthquakes as of 2024.</p><h3>3. Iran</h3><p>Due to its location at the collision zone between the Arabian and Eurasian tectonic plates, Iran is highly prone to earthquakes, securing at 3rd spot. The massive quakes in cities such as Bam in 2003 and Manjil-Rudbar in 1990 have devastated them, claiming several lives and destroying major infrastructure.</p><h3>2. Indonesia</h3><p>Indonesia is the most seismically active nation in the world, as it is also situated in the Pacific Ring of Fire, which has been hit by around 1000 earthquakes and 166 massive earthquakes since 1990. The 2004 Sumatra quake and tsunami remain one of the deadliest disasters across the world, as it claimed the lives of over 2 lakh people.</p><h3>1. China</h3><p>China tops the list with a total of 186 powerful earthquakes since 1990. Its western and southwestern regions, especially along the Longmenshan and Himalayan fault lines, are a highly seismic zone. The Sichuan earthquake in 2008 and the Tangshan quake in 1976 caused massive loss of life and infrastructure damage.<br>&nbsp;</p>

After several earthquakes in the recent past, you might be wondering which countries are frequently hit by massive earthquakes. Here is the list of the top 10 countries frequently hit by major earthquakes.
 

Months after an earthquake of magnitude 7.7 jolted Myanmar's Sagaing on March 28, 2025, claiming over 5000 lives, another massive earthquake of magnitude 8.8 struck off Russia's far eastern Kamchatka Peninsula on Wednesday (July 30). Later, the powerful quake prompted a tsunami warning in the Pacific Ocean, which triggered evacuations across Russia, Japan, and Hawaii. After the major-to-minor earthquake in the recent past, you might be wondering which countries are frequently hit by massive earthquakes. As you know, when the quake hits, it reshapes landscapes, infrastructure, economies, and lives in seconds. Numerous Asian countries are highly prone to earthquakes. China and Indonesia are experiencing the most seismic activity, and when looked at in relative terms, Japan records the highest number of earthquakes globally. Based on seismic records and NOAA’s data, here is the list of the top 10 countries frequently hit by major earthquakes over the last three decades. 10. Afghanistan Afghanistan has secured the 10th spot across the world after it endured repeated earthquakes, particularly in its northeastern and central provinces. The Hindu Kush region is a hotspot for seismic and tectonic activity due to the collision between the Indian and Eurasian plates. 9. Mexico Like many living organisms nestled within the fiery embrace of the Pacific Ocean's Ring of Fire, Mexico has a deep connection with earthquakes. The land is in the range of shifting tectonic plates, making earthquakes frequent in the region. 8. Philippines With a total of 553 earthquakes and 55 major earthquakes, the Philippines places 8th. This land regularly experiences strong earthquakes due to the Philippine Sea Plate’s interaction with the Eurasian Plate. The most devastating earthquake on this land was in 1990, when Luzon Island was hit by a 7.7 magnitude quake, claiming the lives of 2,412 people. 7. India India ranks 7th, as the northeast and Himalayan belt are highly earthquake-prone due to continuous seismic activity and tectonic collision with the Eurasian Plate. The 2001 Gujarat earthquake was one of the most devastating earthquakes, which claimed over 20,000 lives. 6. Turkey Turkey holds the 6th spot in terms of the most earthquakes, as it lies along the North Anatolian Fault, a major east-west fault line that has produced multiple deadly quakes. The 1999 İzmit and the 2023 Kahramanmaraş earthquakes are among the most destructive in history. According to official figures, at least 18,373 people died and 48,901 people were injured during the 1999 İzmit earthquake, and the 2023 Kahramanmaraş earthquakes claimed over 50,000 lives. 5. United States The US witnessed the most seismic activity in California and Alaska. The San Andreas Fault is quite popular for coming up with destructive quakes, and Alaska also experiences some of the strongest earthquakes in North America. From 1990 to 2024, the US has experienced a total of 78 massive earthquakes, claiming several lives. 4. Japan Japan also faces some of the strongest tremors in the world. It is located squarely on the Ring of Fire, which prompts frequent earthquakes. The massive and hazardous quakes on this land include the 2011 Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami, which killed at least 20,000 people. The region has witnessed a total of 98 major earthquakes as of 2024. 3. Iran Due to its location at the collision zone between the Arabian and Eurasian tectonic plates, Iran is highly prone to earthquakes, securing at 3rd spot. The massive quakes in cities such as Bam in 2003 and Manjil-Rudbar in 1990 have devastated them, claiming several lives and destroying major infrastructure. 2. Indonesia Indonesia is the most seismically active nation in the world, as it is also situated in the Pacific Ring of Fire, which has been hit by around 1000 earthquakes and 166 massive earthquakes since 1990. The 2004 Sumatra quake and tsunami remain one of the deadliest disasters across the world, as it claimed the lives of over 2 lakh people. 1. China China tops the list with a total of 186 powerful earthquakes since 1990. Its western and southwestern regions, especially along the Longmenshan and Himalayan fault lines, are a highly seismic zone. The Sichuan earthquake in 2008 and the Tangshan quake in 1976 caused massive loss of life and infrastructure damage.

<p>After several earthquakes in the recent past, you might be wondering which countries are frequently hit by massive earthquakes. Here is the list of the top 10 countries frequently hit by major earthquakes.<br>&nbsp;</p>

Shaking the Earth: Top 10 countries most affected by Earthquakes—Where does India stand?

<p>Philippines's Mindanao on Saturday (Dec 2) was hit with a 7.5 magnitude earthquake, according to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC).</p>

<p>The seismic event occurred at a depth of 63 km (39 miles), as reported by EMSC. Following the earthquake, the US tsunami warning system promptly issued a tsunami warning.</p>

<p>After the powerful earthquake jolted the archipelagic country in the Southeast Asia region, tsunamis are expected in the Philippines as well as in Japan.</p>

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<p>The Philippine Seismology Agency, PHIVOLCS, has issued a warning that&nbsp;waves are anticipated to reach the Philippines around midnight local time (1600 GMT). It said that the waves may persist for several hours.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Japan&nbsp;is expected to experience tsunami waves of up to one metre (3 feet) along its western coast around 1:30 am on Sunday (1630 GMT on Saturday), Reuters reported quoting NHK.</p>

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<p>The US Geological Survey has assessed the earthquake at a magnitude of 7.6, with a depth of 32 km (20 miles).</p>

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<p>The seismic event occurred at 10:37 pm (1437 GMT). It is yet to be seen if there will be any urgent precautions and evacuation measures to be taken by the authorities in view of the powerful quake.</p>

<h2><strong>6.4 aftershock&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>The southern island of Mindanao experienced a succession of aftershocks, including one of 6.4 magnitude, following the late Saturday (Dec 2) magnitude 7.6 quake. The seismic activity has heightened concerns and vigilance in the affected region, with authorities closely monitoring the situation for any further developments. The earthquake has prompted a tsunami alert and caused a swift movement of residents to safer inland areas.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Philippines's Mindanao on Saturday (Dec 2) was hit with a 7.5 magnitude earthquake, according to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC). The seismic event occurred at a depth of 63 km (39 miles), as reported by EMSC.

Philippines's Mindanao on Saturday (Dec 2) was hit with a 7.5 magnitude earthquake, according to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC). The seismic event occurred at a depth of 63 km (39 miles), as reported by EMSC. Following the earthquake, the US tsunami warning system promptly issued a tsunami warning. After the powerful earthquake jolted the archipelagic country in the Southeast Asia region, tsunamis are expected in the Philippines as well as in Japan. Also Read | North Korea roars back at US, says satellite interference will be seen as declaration of war The Philippine Seismology Agency, PHIVOLCS, has issued a warning that waves are anticipated to reach the Philippines around midnight local time (1600 GMT). It said that the waves may persist for several hours. Meanwhile, Japan is expected to experience tsunami waves of up to one metre (3 feet) along its western coast around 1:30 am on Sunday (1630 GMT on Saturday), Reuters reported quoting NHK. Also Read | Zaporizhzhia plant's power cut carried risk of nuclear 'accident': Ukraine The US Geological Survey has assessed the earthquake at a magnitude of 7.6, with a depth of 32 km (20 miles). Watch | Indicted Republican lawmaker George Santos expelled from US House The seismic event occurred at 10:37 pm (1437 GMT). It is yet to be seen if there will be any urgent precautions and evacuation measures to be taken by the authorities in view of the powerful quake. 6.4 aftershock The southern island of Mindanao experienced a succession of aftershocks, including one of 6.4 magnitude, following the late Saturday (Dec 2) magnitude 7.6 quake. The seismic activity has heightened concerns and vigilance in the affected region, with authorities closely monitoring the situation for any further developments. The earthquake has prompted a tsunami alert and caused a swift movement of residents to safer inland areas. (With inputs from agencies)

7.5 magnitude earthquake jolts Philippines, tsunami warning issued

<p>Tsunami waves of 40 cm (1.3 feet) were observed in Japan’s Hachijojima island, some 290km (180 miles) south of Tokyo, on Sunday (Dec 3) after a powerful earthquake of 7.5 magnitude jolted Mindanao in the southern Philippines late Saturday (Dec 2).</p>

<p>The earthquake led the US Tsunami Warning System to initially issue a tsunami warning for some parts of the Philippine coast. However, the alert was later withdrawn.</p>

<p>“Based on all available data, … the tsunami threat from this earthquake has now passed,” it said.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, a separate tsunami alert was issued for Japan, with the country's&nbsp;meteorological agency saying the waves could reach a metre (3 feet) in height.</p>

<p>On Sunday, high waves were also expected to hit parts of Indonesia, Palau and Malaysia.</p>

<h2><strong>500 aftershocks in the Philippines</strong></h2>

<p>As per media reports, the Saturday quake claimed one life in the Philippines, while some residents reported damages to buildings in the Mindanao region, which is less populated than some parts of the archipelago.</p>

<p>More than 500 aftershocks were recorded, and the Philippines&nbsp;Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) urged caution as people resumed normal activities.</p>

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<p>Following the earthquake, the Philippine Coast Guard said it was putting all its vessels and aircraft on alert for potential dispatch.</p>

<h2><strong>People arriving back to their homes</strong></h2>

<p>After a brief evacuation from coastal regions, people began arriving back to their homes early Sunday.</p>

<p>“We started going back to our homes early on Sunday, although we are still shaking because of aftershocks,” Julita Bicap, 51, a front desk staffer at GLC Suites hotel in the seaside town of Bislig, said after power was restored around 5 am local time.</p>

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<p>“There are aftershocks even now. Last night we were at the evacuation centre including my two foreigner guests. One of them came back to the hotel already,” Bicap told Reuters, adding that she noticed a small crack in the hotel’s front wall.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Tsunami waves of 40 cm (1.3 feet) were observed in Japan’s Hachijojima island, some 290km (180 miles) south of Tokyo, on Sunday (Dec 3) after a powerful earthquake of 7.

Tsunami waves of 40 cm (1.3 feet) were observed in Japan’s Hachijojima island, some 290km (180 miles) south of Tokyo, on Sunday (Dec 3) after a powerful earthquake of 7.5 magnitude jolted Mindanao in the southern Philippines late Saturday (Dec 2). The earthquake led the US Tsunami Warning System to initially issue a tsunami warning for some parts of the Philippine coast. However, the alert was later withdrawn. “Based on all available data, … the tsunami threat from this earthquake has now passed,” it said. Meanwhile, a separate tsunami alert was issued for Japan, with the country's meteorological agency saying the waves could reach a metre (3 feet) in height. On Sunday, high waves were also expected to hit parts of Indonesia, Palau and Malaysia. 500 aftershocks in the Philippines As per media reports, the Saturday quake claimed one life in the Philippines, while some residents reported damages to buildings in the Mindanao region, which is less populated than some parts of the archipelago. More than 500 aftershocks were recorded, and the Philippines Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) urged caution as people resumed normal activities. Watch: Philippines and China see tense confrontation over maritime claims × Following the earthquake, the Philippine Coast Guard said it was putting all its vessels and aircraft on alert for potential dispatch. People arriving back to their homes After a brief evacuation from coastal regions, people began arriving back to their homes early Sunday. “We started going back to our homes early on Sunday, although we are still shaking because of aftershocks,” Julita Bicap, 51, a front desk staffer at GLC Suites hotel in the seaside town of Bislig, said after power was restored around 5 am local time. Also read: 7.5 magnitude earthquake jolts Philippines, tsunami warning issued “There are aftershocks even now. Last night we were at the evacuation centre including my two foreigner guests. One of them came back to the hotel already,” Bicap told Reuters, adding that she noticed a small crack in the hotel’s front wall. (With inputs from agencies)

Philippines earthquake: Tsunami waves of 40 cm reach Japan

<p>A 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia's Banda Sea on Wednesday, the United States Geological Survey said, with no immediate reports of damage or casualties.</p>

<p>No tsunami warning was issued for the quake -- initially reported as a magnitude 6.9 -- which hit at 11:53 am local time (0453 GMT), according to the USGS.</p>

<p>The tremor was felt moderately in the town of Saumlaki in the archipelago's Tanimbar Islands, according to the Indonesian Meteorological, Climatological and Geophysical Agency, or BMKG.</p>

<p>"The earthquake was quite intense. But the people here were not panicking. We are used to having earthquakes," Saumlaki resident Lambert Tatang told AFP.</p>

<p>"Especially after we learned that there was no tsunami threat, so life is just normal now," the 41-year-old said.</p>

<p>Indonesia experiences frequent earthquakes due to its position on the Pacific "Ring of Fire", an arc of intense seismic activity that stretches from Japan through Southeast Asia and across the Pacific basin.</p>

<p>In November last year, a 5.6-magnitude quake hit the populous West Java province on the country's main island of Java, killing 602 people.</p>

<p>In 2004, a 9.1-magnitude quake struck the coast of Sumatra and triggered a tsunami that killed 220,000 throughout the region, including about 170,000 in Indonesia.</p>


A 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia's Banda Sea on Wednesday, the United States Geological Survey said, with no immediate reports of damage or casualties.

A 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia's Banda Sea on Wednesday, the United States Geological Survey said, with no immediate reports of damage or casualties. No tsunami warning was issued for the quake -- initially reported as a magnitude 6.9 -- which hit at 11:53 am local time (0453 GMT), according to the USGS. The tremor was felt moderately in the town of Saumlaki in the archipelago's Tanimbar Islands, according to the Indonesian Meteorological, Climatological and Geophysical Agency, or BMKG. "The earthquake was quite intense. But the people here were not panicking. We are used to having earthquakes," Saumlaki resident Lambert Tatang told AFP. "Especially after we learned that there was no tsunami threat, so life is just normal now," the 41-year-old said. Indonesia experiences frequent earthquakes due to its position on the Pacific "Ring of Fire", an arc of intense seismic activity that stretches from Japan through Southeast Asia and across the Pacific basin. In November last year, a 5.6-magnitude quake hit the populous West Java province on the country's main island of Java, killing 602 people. In 2004, a 9.1-magnitude quake struck the coast of Sumatra and triggered a tsunami that killed 220,000 throughout the region, including about 170,000 in Indonesia.

7.1 magnitude earthquake strikes Indonesia's Banda Sea

<p>Japan issued a tsunami advisory for some coastal regions early on Monday. The advisory, as per reports, was issued after a series of shallow earthquakes in the Izu islands in the Pacific Ocean. However, later the warning was lifted.</p>

<p>A Reuters report citing Japan's national broadcaster NHK said that the tsunami had already arrived in some island areas, where waves as high as 60 centimetres (24 inches) were reported.</p>

<h2><strong>Tsunami waves</strong></h2>

<p>The advisory was issued after an earthquake near Torishima Island at 5:25 am JST on Monday (8:25 pm GMT, Sunday), according to the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA).&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per figures by the United States Geological Survey, the quake measured&nbsp;4.9 on the Richter scale.</p>

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<p>The US agency also reported a series of shallow quakes in the Izu islands. The strongest one, a 5.4 magnitude tremor, was recorded at 5:17 am (2117 GMT Sunday) around 551 kilometres south of Shimoda.</p>

<p>According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, 280 kilometres (170 miles) south of Tokyo, Hachijojima island was hit by tsunami waves of height 60 centimetres (24 inches). Smaller tsunami waves of 40cm and 20 cm were recorded in the western Kochi prefecture and southern Miyazaki prefecture, respectively.</p>

<p>Seismologists from JMA, as per an AFP report, said there were no immediate reports of damage from the minor waves generated.</p>

<p>However, despite that, Tateyama city of Chiba, located near Tokyo, had urged residents in coastal areas to evacuate after the advisory.</p>

<h2><strong>Danger!</strong></h2>

<p>During a press conference, JMA official Toshihiro Shimoyama warned that "it is dangerous in the sea and near the coast".</p>

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<p>"Please get out of the sea and stay away from the coast," said Shimoyama adding that the&nbsp;JMA "haven't been able to pinpoint the cause" although it assumed that an&nbsp;earthquake had generated the tsunami waves.</p>

<p>Previously, just last week, following a magnitude 6.5 quake, Japan had observed a one-metre tsunami near the Izu islands.</p>

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Japan issued a tsunami advisory for some coastal regions early on Monday. The advisory, as per reports, was issued after a series of shallow earthquakes in the Izu islands in the Pacific Ocean.

Japan issued a tsunami advisory for some coastal regions early on Monday. The advisory, as per reports, was issued after a series of shallow earthquakes in the Izu islands in the Pacific Ocean. However, later the warning was lifted. A Reuters report citing Japan's national broadcaster NHK said that the tsunami had already arrived in some island areas, where waves as high as 60 centimetres (24 inches) were reported. Tsunami waves The advisory was issued after an earthquake near Torishima Island at 5:25 am JST on Monday (8:25 pm GMT, Sunday), according to the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA). As per figures by the United States Geological Survey, the quake measured 4.9 on the Richter scale. Also read | Typhoon Koinu: Over 20 injured after Hong Kong pummelled by gale-force winds The US agency also reported a series of shallow quakes in the Izu islands. The strongest one, a 5.4 magnitude tremor, was recorded at 5:17 am (2117 GMT Sunday) around 551 kilometres south of Shimoda. According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, 280 kilometres (170 miles) south of Tokyo, Hachijojima island was hit by tsunami waves of height 60 centimetres (24 inches). Smaller tsunami waves of 40cm and 20 cm were recorded in the western Kochi prefecture and southern Miyazaki prefecture, respectively. Seismologists from JMA, as per an AFP report, said there were no immediate reports of damage from the minor waves generated. However, despite that, Tateyama city of Chiba, located near Tokyo, had urged residents in coastal areas to evacuate after the advisory. Danger! During a press conference, JMA official Toshihiro Shimoyama warned that "it is dangerous in the sea and near the coast". Also read | Raging wildfires in Indonesia affect air quality in Singapore "Please get out of the sea and stay away from the coast," said Shimoyama adding that the JMA "haven't been able to pinpoint the cause" although it assumed that an earthquake had generated the tsunami waves. Previously, just last week, following a magnitude 6.5 quake, Japan had observed a one-metre tsunami near the Izu islands. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Japan warns of danger in sea and near coast following a series of shallow earthquakes in Izu islands

<p>A tsunami advisory was issued by Japan for the Izu Islands after it was struck by a magnitude 6.6 earthquake in the Pacific Ocean.</p>

<p>The meteorological agency of Japan said that the earthquake occurred at a depth of 10 kilometres at around 11:00 a.m. on Thursday (Oct 5) near Torishima Island in the Izu chain.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The epicentre of the earthquake was in the Pacific Ocean, around 550 km (340 miles) south of Tokyo.</p>

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<p>Two hours after being issued,&nbsp;the advisory was lifted. The advisory, which was the second-lowest of a four-stage warning system, had advised people to maintain distance from the seashore and river mouths.</p>

<p>The experts also expect some changes in tide levels along the Pacific coast of the main islands in Japan.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Tsunami waves reach one of the islands</strong></h2>

<p>After the advisory was issued, tsunami waves, which measured up to 30 cm in height, were seen on at least one of the Izu islands. Originally, the weather forecasters had estimated waves of around one metre for the remote chain of islands located south of Tokyo.</p>

<p>People living in the coastal areas and close to the river mouths were advised to retreat to higher ground. &nbsp;“A 1-meter wave may not seem significant. ... But encountering such a wave can be extremely dangerous and it can sweep you off your feet,” &nbsp;said a Meteorological Agency representative, while speaking at a press conference.</p>

<p>The US Geological Survey stated that the area was hit by a series of offshore earthquakes on Thursday morning. The agency stated that the quake was not felt in Tokyo or on the islands.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Earlier, it was predicted that the tsunami would reach the Izu islands at various times including at Hachijo-jima at 11:50 am and Izu Oshima at noon. &nbsp;The meteorological agency further warned of potential aftershocks, adding that there is a 10 per cent to 20 per cent chance that an earthquake of similar magnitude will occur. The residents were told to stay on alert for the next week.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per the agency, throughout the last week, seismic activity was observed in the same area of the western Pacific Ocean.&nbsp;</p>

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A tsunami advisory was issued by Japan for the Izu Islands after it was struck by a magnitude 6.6 earthquake in the Pacific Ocean. The meteorological agency of Japan said that the earthquake occurred at a depth of 10 kilometres at around 11:00 a.

A tsunami advisory was issued by Japan for the Izu Islands after it was struck by a magnitude 6.6 earthquake in the Pacific Ocean. The meteorological agency of Japan said that the earthquake occurred at a depth of 10 kilometres at around 11:00 a.m. on Thursday (Oct 5) near Torishima Island in the Izu chain. The epicentre of the earthquake was in the Pacific Ocean, around 550 km (340 miles) south of Tokyo. ALSO READ | Japan to release second batch of Fukushima nuclear wastewater next week Two hours after being issued, the advisory was lifted. The advisory, which was the second-lowest of a four-stage warning system, had advised people to maintain distance from the seashore and river mouths. The experts also expect some changes in tide levels along the Pacific coast of the main islands in Japan. Tsunami waves reach one of the islands After the advisory was issued, tsunami waves, which measured up to 30 cm in height, were seen on at least one of the Izu islands. Originally, the weather forecasters had estimated waves of around one metre for the remote chain of islands located south of Tokyo. People living in the coastal areas and close to the river mouths were advised to retreat to higher ground. “A 1-meter wave may not seem significant. ... But encountering such a wave can be extremely dangerous and it can sweep you off your feet,” said a Meteorological Agency representative, while speaking at a press conference. The US Geological Survey stated that the area was hit by a series of offshore earthquakes on Thursday morning. The agency stated that the quake was not felt in Tokyo or on the islands. WATCH | Japan says workers stole possibly radioactive metal from Fukushima Earlier, it was predicted that the tsunami would reach the Izu islands at various times including at Hachijo-jima at 11:50 am and Izu Oshima at noon. The meteorological agency further warned of potential aftershocks, adding that there is a 10 per cent to 20 per cent chance that an earthquake of similar magnitude will occur. The residents were told to stay on alert for the next week. As per the agency, throughout the last week, seismic activity was observed in the same area of the western Pacific Ocean. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Japan issues tsunami warning for Izu Islands after 6.6 magnitude quake

<p>According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), a powerful earthquake measuring 7.2&nbsp;on the Richter scale struck the Alaska Peninsula region on Sunday. The quake hit offshore about 55 miles southwest of Sand Point, Alaska.</p>

<p>Earlier, the USGS reported that the magnitude of the earthquake was 7.4, but later it revised the figure to 7.2.</p>

<p>Following the earthquake, the US&nbsp;Tsunami Warning System raised concerns about a potential tsunami. The warning, however, was later revised to a tsunami advisory before being withdrawn altogether.</p>
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<p>The advisory had&nbsp;been issued&nbsp;for parts of Alaska near the Aleutian islands, extending from Unimak Pass to Kennedy Entrance.</p>

<p>The USGS reported that the earthquake had a depth of 32.6 km (20.3 miles).&nbsp;It also revised the depth of the quake&nbsp;from an initial 9.3 km.</p>

<p>CCTV visuals showing the intensity of the earthquake are circulating on social media.</p>

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<p>US National Tsunami Warning Center also issued a picture showing predicted tsunami travel in the coming hours.</p>

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<h2><strong>Where is sand point in Alaska?</strong></h2>

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According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), a powerful earthquake measuring 7.2 on the Richter scale struck the Alaska Peninsula region on Sunday. The quake hit offshore about 55 miles southwest of Sand Point, Alaska.

According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), a powerful earthquake measuring 7.2 on the Richter scale struck the Alaska Peninsula region on Sunday. The quake hit offshore about 55 miles southwest of Sand Point, Alaska. Earlier, the USGS reported that the magnitude of the earthquake was 7.4, but later it revised the figure to 7.2. Following the earthquake, the US Tsunami Warning System raised concerns about a potential tsunami. The warning, however, was later revised to a tsunami advisory before being withdrawn altogether. The advisory had been issued for parts of Alaska near the Aleutian islands, extending from Unimak Pass to Kennedy Entrance. The USGS reported that the earthquake had a depth of 32.6 km (20.3 miles). It also revised the depth of the quake from an initial 9.3 km. CCTV visuals showing the intensity of the earthquake are circulating on social media. 16 July 23 : A #tsunami warning has been issued after a 7.4 magnitude #earthquake in the Alaska Peninsula region, the United States Geological Survey has said.https://t.co/j2nc5jwf3c #Alaska #Tsunami #USGS pic.twitter.com/eVbMJxCm41 — Anand Panna (@AnandPanna1) July 16, 2023 × US National Tsunami Warning Center also issued a picture showing predicted tsunami travel in the coming hours. Pacific #tsunami warning following M7.4 #earthquake in Alaska, but due to size of quake it would likely be nothing or barely noticeable by the time it reaches us Sunday morning. https://t.co/scw8f9eVeS — Militant Angeleno (@militantangleno) July 16, 2023 × Where is sand point in Alaska? Sand Point is an island on the northwestern edge of the North American continent. As per a 2020 census, its population numbers up to 600 residents. Shallow earthquakes in this region, such as the one reported on Sunday, are known to cause more damage than ones that occur deeper into the Earth's crust. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Earthquake of magnitude 7.2 strikes Alaska Peninsula region, tsunami advisory cancelled

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Earthquake of 7.7 magnitude hits New Caledonia in Southern pacific

<p>United States Geological Survey said that an earthquake of magnitude 7.4 rattled Tonga on Thursday (May 11). The US Tsunami Warning System said there was no tsunami warning after the earthquake.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The USGS stated that the quake hit at 1602 GMT about 100 kilometres (60 miles) off Tonga's remote volcanic island of Niuatoputapu at a depth of 210 kilometres.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Gary Vite, chief meteorologist at Tonga Meteorological Services near the capital Nuku'alofa, said, "We had calls early in the morning from people who felt it, but there have been no reports of damage."&nbsp;</p>

<p>News agencies reported that the tremors were felt some 360 kilometres from the epicentre in the Samoan capital Apia. Samoa Meteorological Service spokesperson said that "strong vibrations" shook the office near Apia. However, any damage or causality had not been reported.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Earthquake?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Earthquake</a> confirmed by seismic data.⚠Preliminary info: M7.4 || 89 km W of <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Hihifo?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Hihifo</a> (<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Tonga?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Tonga</a>) || 10 min ago (local time 05:02:01). Follow the thread for the updates👇 <a href="https://t.co/vaLc8l0dH5">pic.twitter.com/vaLc8l0dH5</a></p>
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<h2><strong>Last year's massive undersea volcanic eruption&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>A massive underwater volcano off Tonga last year in January, had triggered&nbsp;Tsunami warnings. The dramatic explosion of the Hunga Tonga Hunga Ha'apai volcano was seen in satellite images as the eruption sent smoke and ash into the air.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The volcanic eruption sent tsunami waves across the Pacific and caused massive damage, knocking out communications for the nation of about 105,000 people.&nbsp;</p>

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United States Geological Survey said that an earthquake of magnitude 7.4 rattled Tonga on Thursday (May 11). The US Tsunami Warning System said there was no tsunami warning after the earthquake.

United States Geological Survey said that an earthquake of magnitude 7.4 rattled Tonga on Thursday (May 11). The US Tsunami Warning System said there was no tsunami warning after the earthquake. The USGS stated that the quake hit at 1602 GMT about 100 kilometres (60 miles) off Tonga's remote volcanic island of Niuatoputapu at a depth of 210 kilometres. Gary Vite, chief meteorologist at Tonga Meteorological Services near the capital Nuku'alofa, said, "We had calls early in the morning from people who felt it, but there have been no reports of damage." News agencies reported that the tremors were felt some 360 kilometres from the epicentre in the Samoan capital Apia. Samoa Meteorological Service spokesperson said that "strong vibrations" shook the office near Apia. However, any damage or causality had not been reported. #Earthquake confirmed by seismic data.⚠Preliminary info: M7.4 || 89 km W of #Hihifo (#Tonga) || 10 min ago (local time 05:02:01). Follow the thread for the updates👇 pic.twitter.com/vaLc8l0dH5 — EMSC (@LastQuake) May 10, 2023 × NO TSUNAMI THREAT TO AUSTRALIA A 7.5 magnitude earthquake near Tonga is NOT expected to produce a tsunami threat for Australia or its offshore territories. pic.twitter.com/UXi0AefDXT — Bureau of Meteorology, Australia (@BOM_au) May 10, 2023 × Last year's massive undersea volcanic eruption A massive underwater volcano off Tonga last year in January, had triggered Tsunami warnings. The dramatic explosion of the Hunga Tonga Hunga Ha'apai volcano was seen in satellite images as the eruption sent smoke and ash into the air. The volcanic eruption sent tsunami waves across the Pacific and caused massive damage, knocking out communications for the nation of about 105,000 people. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Earthquake of magnitude 7.4 rattles Tonga

<p>Tsunami warnings were issued after a dramatic underwater volcano erupted off Tonga on Saturday (January 15). Advisories and evacuation orders were also issued on the shores of Tonga as well as several South Pacific islands. As circulated on social media forums, footage from such areas showed waves crashing into coastal homes.</p>

<p>In the latest update, the tsunami threat from a powerful Tonga volcano eruption has passed, the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center said on Sunday, after powerful waves flooded coastlines from Japan to the United States.</p>

<p>"Based on all available data, the tsunami threat from this volcanic eruption has now passed," the PTWC said at 0300 GMT, adding authorities at "impacted coastal areas should monitor... to determine when it is safe to resume normal activities"</p>

<p>The massive explosion of the Hunga Tonga Hunga Ha'apai volcano was the latest in a series of eruptions. The satellite images showed the undersea volcanic eruption sending smoke and ash into the air.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>So far, there is no report of injuries or damage but in the aftermath, the phone lines and internet services have been impacted as&nbsp;many parts of Tonga are reportedly covered in ash and facing&nbsp;a near-total blackout. Tonga's capital is just 65km south of where the eruption took place. &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Tsunami advisories</strong></p>

<p>According to Australia's Bureau of Meteorology, a tsunami wave measuring 1.2 metres was observed in Tonga's capital Nuku'alofa and tsunami advisories were issued for other South Pacific islands.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Tsunami advisories&nbsp;were issued for Hawaii, Alaska and the Pacific coast of the United States and Chile. Later, in some parts, the advisories were subsequently lifted.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A tsunami advisory was also in effect for the US&nbsp;and Canadian Pacific coast, the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center in Honolulu said. The National Weather Service said tsunami waves along the Oregon and southern Washington coast were expected imminently.</p>

<p>As reported by Reuters, high waves were reported in Alaska and Hawaii earlier. In the San Francisco Bay Area of northern California, small parts of the cities of Berkeley and Albany near the bay were ordered to evacuate.</p>

<p>Also, warnings of dangerous ocean waves were issued as far away as the US West Coast, parts of New Zealand and Japan, with authorities issuing advisories for people on their Pacific coastlines to get away from the shore as a precaution. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The Japan Meteorological Agency said the tsunami reached the country's Pacific coast with waves as high as three meters possible. The agency said that a 1.2-metre wave reached the remote southern island of Amami Oshima and other areas.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Chile's National Emergency Office ordered the evacuation of several coastal regions Saturday due to a minor Tsunami warning reported by the Hydrographic and Oceanographic Service of the Navy (SHOA).</p>

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<p>New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said in a statement on Instagram: "The images of the volcanic eruption in close proximity to Tonga are hugely concerning." New Zealand is located about 1,481 miles from Tonga.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Communication as a result of the eruption has been difficult, but our defence force team and Ministry of Foreign Affairs are working as we speak to establish what's needed and how we can help," she said.</p>

<p>The New Zealand foreign ministry said there were no reports of injuries or deaths as yet but communications were limited.</p>

<p>The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) Pacific Office in Suva, Fiji said it was monitoring the situation and had no updates on damages or casualties.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Island nation of <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Tonga?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Tonga</a> is completely offline following a <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/tsunami?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#tsunami</a> triggered by a massive volcanic eruption in the Pacific Ocean.<br />
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According to <a href="https://twitter.com/kentikinc?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@kentikinc</a> data, traffic volumes began to drop around 4:30 UTC (5:30pm local) before finally going to zero at 5:40 UTC (6:40pm local). <a href="https://t.co/g4QZilBrd5">pic.twitter.com/g4QZilBrd5</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">I can't fathom seeing the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/tonga?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#tonga</a> Volcanic eruption in real-time from boat. This is insane.<a href="https://t.co/1dXRa0lX25">pic.twitter.com/1dXRa0lX25</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">GOES satellite imagery captured the eruption of an underwater volcano near Tonga in the Pacific Ocean early this morning. This eruption has caused a tsunami across portions coastal Alaska and California. <a href="https://t.co/C4Os9U6UIa">pic.twitter.com/C4Os9U6UIa</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Mannnn my heart hurts for my people rn 😭🇹🇴🙏🏽 <a href="https://t.co/QjzW5f1uAy">pic.twitter.com/QjzW5f1uAy</a></p>
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Tsunami warnings were issued after a dramatic underwater volcano erupted off Tonga on Saturday (January 15). Advisories and evacuation orders were also issued on the shores of Tonga as well as several South Pacific islands.

Tsunami warnings were issued after a dramatic underwater volcano erupted off Tonga on Saturday (January 15). Advisories and evacuation orders were also issued on the shores of Tonga as well as several South Pacific islands. As circulated on social media forums, footage from such areas showed waves crashing into coastal homes. In the latest update, the tsunami threat from a powerful Tonga volcano eruption has passed, the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center said on Sunday, after powerful waves flooded coastlines from Japan to the United States. "Based on all available data, the tsunami threat from this volcanic eruption has now passed," the PTWC said at 0300 GMT, adding authorities at "impacted coastal areas should monitor... to determine when it is safe to resume normal activities" The massive explosion of the Hunga Tonga Hunga Ha'apai volcano was the latest in a series of eruptions. The satellite images showed the undersea volcanic eruption sending smoke and ash into the air. So far, there is no report of injuries or damage but in the aftermath, the phone lines and internet services have been impacted as many parts of Tonga are reportedly covered in ash and facing a near-total blackout. Tonga's capital is just 65km south of where the eruption took place. Tsunami advisories According to Australia's Bureau of Meteorology, a tsunami wave measuring 1.2 metres was observed in Tonga's capital Nuku'alofa and tsunami advisories were issued for other South Pacific islands. Tsunami advisories were issued for Hawaii, Alaska and the Pacific coast of the United States and Chile. Later, in some parts, the advisories were subsequently lifted. A tsunami advisory was also in effect for the US and Canadian Pacific coast, the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center in Honolulu said. The National Weather Service said tsunami waves along the Oregon and southern Washington coast were expected imminently. As reported by Reuters, high waves were reported in Alaska and Hawaii earlier. In the San Francisco Bay Area of northern California, small parts of the cities of Berkeley and Albany near the bay were ordered to evacuate. Also, warnings of dangerous ocean waves were issued as far away as the US West Coast, parts of New Zealand and Japan, with authorities issuing advisories for people on their Pacific coastlines to get away from the shore as a precaution. The Japan Meteorological Agency said the tsunami reached the country's Pacific coast with waves as high as three meters possible. The agency said that a 1.2-metre wave reached the remote southern island of Amami Oshima and other areas. Chile's National Emergency Office ordered the evacuation of several coastal regions Saturday due to a minor Tsunami warning reported by the Hydrographic and Oceanographic Service of the Navy (SHOA). 1.14.2021: Large volcanic eruption near Tonga (Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha'apai volcano) today as seen from outer space. Shown on visible imagery using the Himawari satellite. #hiwx #tsunami #earthquake pic.twitter.com/zOTj6Qu1Wv — NWSHonolulu (@NWSHonolulu) January 15, 2022 × pic.twitter.com/55catl3wex — NWSHonolulu (@NWSHonolulu) January 15, 2022 × New Zealand PM reacts New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said in a statement on Instagram: "The images of the volcanic eruption in close proximity to Tonga are hugely concerning." New Zealand is located about 1,481 miles from Tonga. "Communication as a result of the eruption has been difficult, but our defence force team and Ministry of Foreign Affairs are working as we speak to establish what's needed and how we can help," she said. The New Zealand foreign ministry said there were no reports of injuries or deaths as yet but communications were limited. The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) Pacific Office in Suva, Fiji said it was monitoring the situation and had no updates on damages or casualties. Island nation of #Tonga is completely offline following a #tsunami triggered by a massive volcanic eruption in the Pacific Ocean. According to @kentikinc data, traffic volumes began to drop around 4:30 UTC (5:30pm local) before finally going to zero at 5:40 UTC (6:40pm local). pic.twitter.com/g4QZilBrd5 — Doug Madory (@DougMadory) January 15, 2022 × I can't fathom seeing the #tonga Volcanic eruption in real-time from boat. This is insane.pic.twitter.com/1dXRa0lX25 — Doc V (@MJVentrice) January 15, 2022 × GOES satellite imagery captured the eruption of an underwater volcano near Tonga in the Pacific Ocean early this morning. This eruption has caused a tsunami across portions coastal Alaska and California. pic.twitter.com/C4Os9U6UIa — NWS Gray (@NWSGray) January 15, 2022 × Mannnn my heart hurts for my people rn 😭🇹🇴🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/QjzW5f1uAy — Aki🌴🇹🇴 (@ahkee_fifita) January 15, 2022 ×

Tsunami threat from undersea volcano eruption in Tonga has now 'passed'

<p>A tsunami warning was issued by the Pacific nation of Tonga on Saturday (January 15) after an undersea volcano erupted. The Tonga Meteorological Services said the tsunami warning was in effect for all of Tonga.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Media reports have stated that the massive explosion of the Hunga Tonga Hunga Ha'apai volcano was the latest in a series of eruptions. It was reportedly first erupted on Friday. CNN report mentioned it sent sending a plume of ash 20 kilometres into the air.</p>

<p>As per a news report by the Matangi Tonga news, scientists observed massive explosions, thunder and lightning near the volcano after it started erupting early Friday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, the authorities in&nbsp;Fiji have also told the people to avoid the shoreline due to strong currents.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Residents have shared videos on social media platforms that showed large waves washing ashore in coastal areas.</p>

<p>Some parts of New Zealand could expect "strong and unusual currents and unpredictable surges at the shore following a large volcanic eruption," the National Emergency Management Agency said. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center said that the Tsunami warning for American Samoa has been cancelled but the authority continues to monitor tsunami activity in the Southwest Pacific.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Tonga's Hunga Tonga volcano just had one of the most violent volcano eruptions ever captured on satellite. <a href="https://t.co/M2D2j52gNn">pic.twitter.com/M2D2j52gNn</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Mannnn my heart hurts for my people rn 😭🇹🇴🙏🏽 <a href="https://t.co/QjzW5f1uAy">pic.twitter.com/QjzW5f1uAy</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Satellite imagery by NOAA of the violent tonga eruption. Shockwave and blast can be seen on the bottom left. <a href="https://t.co/jGaLiW2MbW">pic.twitter.com/jGaLiW2MbW</a></p>
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A tsunami warning was issued by the Pacific nation of Tonga on Saturday (January 15) after an undersea volcano erupted. The Tonga Meteorological Services said the tsunami warning was in effect for all of Tonga.

A tsunami warning was issued by the Pacific nation of Tonga on Saturday (January 15) after an undersea volcano erupted. The Tonga Meteorological Services said the tsunami warning was in effect for all of Tonga. Media reports have stated that the massive explosion of the Hunga Tonga Hunga Ha'apai volcano was the latest in a series of eruptions. It was reportedly first erupted on Friday. CNN report mentioned it sent sending a plume of ash 20 kilometres into the air. As per a news report by the Matangi Tonga news, scientists observed massive explosions, thunder and lightning near the volcano after it started erupting early Friday. Meanwhile, the authorities in Fiji have also told the people to avoid the shoreline due to strong currents. Residents have shared videos on social media platforms that showed large waves washing ashore in coastal areas. Some parts of New Zealand could expect "strong and unusual currents and unpredictable surges at the shore following a large volcanic eruption," the National Emergency Management Agency said. The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center said that the Tsunami warning for American Samoa has been cancelled but the authority continues to monitor tsunami activity in the Southwest Pacific. Tonga's Hunga Tonga volcano just had one of the most violent volcano eruptions ever captured on satellite. pic.twitter.com/M2D2j52gNn — US StormWatch (@US_Stormwatch) January 15, 2022 × Mannnn my heart hurts for my people rn 😭🇹🇴🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/QjzW5f1uAy — Aki🌴🇹🇴 (@ahkee_fifita) January 15, 2022 × Satellite imagery by NOAA of the violent tonga eruption. Shockwave and blast can be seen on the bottom left. pic.twitter.com/jGaLiW2MbW — Global: MilitaryInfo (@Global_Mil_Info) January 15, 2022 × Stay safe everyone 🇹🇴 pic.twitter.com/OhrrxJmXAW — Dr Faka’iloatonga Taumoefolau (@sakakimoana) January 15, 2022 ×

Video: Undersea volcano erupts in Tonga, tsunami warning issued

<p>A massive earthquake with a magnitude of 8.2 has occurred off the coast of Alaska, causing a tsunami warning.</p>

<p>According to the US Geological Survey, the quake occurred 91 kilometres east-southeast of Perryville, Alaska.&nbsp;<br />
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<p>The quake was at a depth of 35 km, USGS added.</p>

<p>Shortly after, a tsunami warning was issued by the US Tsunami warning system.</p>

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A massive earthquake with a magnitude of 8.2 has occurred off the coast of Alaska, causing a tsunami warning. According to the US Geological Survey, the quake occurred 91 kilometres east-southeast of Perryville, Alaska.

A massive earthquake with a magnitude of 8.2 has occurred off the coast of Alaska, causing a tsunami warning. According to the US Geological Survey, the quake occurred 91 kilometres east-southeast of Perryville, Alaska. Notable quake, preliminary info: M 8.2 - 91 km ESE of Perryville, Alaska https://t.co/DusSgxqIuC — USGS Earthquakes (@USGS_Quakes) July 29, 2021 × The quake was at a depth of 35 km, USGS added. Shortly after, a tsunami warning was issued by the US Tsunami warning system. (With inputs from agencies)

8.2 magnitude earthquake hits the coast of Alaska, triggering a tsunami warning

<p>According to the United States Geological Survey(USGS), a 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia off <strong>Maluku</strong> islands on Thursday</p>

<p>Indonesia's meteorology agency also reported the earthquake in Indonesia's Ambon city in Maluku islands early in the morning. The <strong>earthquake </strong>was confirmed by the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC).</p>

<p>However, no <strong>tsunami</strong> warning was triggered after the quake occurred and no casualties were reported. The earthquake was centred off <strong>Ternate</strong> city.</p>

<p>Last month, a 6.6 magnitude earthquake had struck off the northwest coast of Indonesia's <strong>Sumatra</strong> island.</p>

<p>Indonesia has experienced earthquakes often with the biggest occurring on December 26, 2004, when a <strong>9.1 magnitude </strong>earthquake off Sumatra coast triggered a tsunami leading to the death of several hundred thousand people.</p>

<p>Three years ago another powerful earthquake in <strong>Lombok</strong> and <strong>Sumbawa</strong> islands had killed over 550 people, later in 2018, an earthquake measuring 7.5 on the Richter Scale had hit <strong>Sulawesi</strong> island in which over 4,300 people were killed and several were reported missing.</p>

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According to the United States Geological Survey(USGS), a 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia off Maluku islands on Thursday Indonesia's meteorology agency also reported the earthquake in Indonesia's Ambon city in Maluku islands early in the morning.

According to the United States Geological Survey(USGS), a 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia off Maluku islands on Thursday Indonesia's meteorology agency also reported the earthquake in Indonesia's Ambon city in Maluku islands early in the morning. The earthquake was confirmed by the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC). However, no tsunami warning was triggered after the quake occurred and no casualties were reported. The earthquake was centred off Ternate city. Last month, a 6.6 magnitude earthquake had struck off the northwest coast of Indonesia's Sumatra island. Indonesia has experienced earthquakes often with the biggest occurring on December 26, 2004, when a 9.1 magnitude earthquake off Sumatra coast triggered a tsunami leading to the death of several hundred thousand people. Three years ago another powerful earthquake in Lombok and Sumbawa islands had killed over 550 people, later in 2018, an earthquake measuring 7.5 on the Richter Scale had hit Sulawesi island in which over 4,300 people were killed and several were reported missing. (With inputs from Agencies)

6.1 magnitude earthquake hits Indonesia's Maluku islands; no tsunami warning

<p>New Zealand on Friday lifted its<strong> tsunami</strong> warning after the island nation was hit with three offshore earthquakes in less than eight hours.</p>

<p>The last earthquake measured 8.1 on the <strong>Richter scale </strong>and struck near New Zealand's north island prompting tsunami warnings across the region, before that, two earthquakes of 7.4 and 7.2 magnitudes had occurred in the same area.</p>

<p>However, New Zealand's emergency services have now downgraded the threat and said that all those who had evacuated their homes could now return.</p>

<p>"All people who evacuated can now return," the nation's <strong>National Emergency Management </strong>Agency said.</p>

<p>Thousands of New Zealanders on the <strong>east coast</strong> of the country's north island had evacuated to higher ground. In the bay islands, people were seen climbing to the top of a hill as tsunami alerts were sounded in the region.</p>

<p>An emergency alert was also issued for all coastal areas around<strong> Auckland</strong>, a city of 1.7 million, where people were told to stay away from the water's edge.&nbsp;There have been no reports of damage or casualties from the quakes so far.</p>

<p><strong>Peru </strong>also issued a tsunami warning for its coast with the largest cluster of quakes striking around 1,000 kilometres off the New Zealand coast.</p>

<p>Residents in <strong>New Caledonia </strong>and <strong>Vanuatu</strong> fled for higher ground as a cluster of powerful earthquakes sparked a Pacific-wide tsunami alert.</p>


New Zealand on Friday lifted its tsunami warning after the island nation was hit with three offshore earthquakes in less than eight hours. The last earthquake measured 8.

New Zealand on Friday lifted its tsunami warning after the island nation was hit with three offshore earthquakes in less than eight hours. The last earthquake measured 8.1 on the Richter scale and struck near New Zealand's north island prompting tsunami warnings across the region, before that, two earthquakes of 7.4 and 7.2 magnitudes had occurred in the same area. However, New Zealand's emergency services have now downgraded the threat and said that all those who had evacuated their homes could now return. "All people who evacuated can now return," the nation's National Emergency Management Agency said. Thousands of New Zealanders on the east coast of the country's north island had evacuated to higher ground. In the bay islands, people were seen climbing to the top of a hill as tsunami alerts were sounded in the region. An emergency alert was also issued for all coastal areas around Auckland, a city of 1.7 million, where people were told to stay away from the water's edge. There have been no reports of damage or casualties from the quakes so far. Peru also issued a tsunami warning for its coast with the largest cluster of quakes striking around 1,000 kilometres off the New Zealand coast. Residents in New Caledonia and Vanuatu fled for higher ground as a cluster of powerful earthquakes sparked a Pacific-wide tsunami alert.

New Zealand cancels tsunami warning after three strong  offshore earthquakes

<p>A 6.2-magnitude earthquake hit the Indonesian province of West Sulawesi on Friday.</p>

<p>The epicentre of the earthquake was 36 kilometres&nbsp;south of Mamuju which has roughly 110,000 inhabitants.&nbsp;</p>

<p>At least 34 people have been killed in the quake and several injured as people panicked and came out on the streets. Authorities said a hotel had collapsed after the quake struck at 2:18 am local time.</p>

<p>The authorities did not trigger a tsunami warning.</p>

<p>Indonesia often experiences volcanic activity due to its position on the &nbsp;Pacific "Ring of Fire". In 2018, a powerful earthquake leading to a tsunami in Palu on Sulawesi island had led the death of at least 4,300 people.</p>

<p>On December 26, 2004, a 9.1-magnitude earthquake had struck off the coast of Sumatra leading to the death of 170,000 people and 220,000 in the region.</p>


A 6.2-magnitude earthquake hit the Indonesian province of West Sulawesi on Friday. The epicentre of the earthquake was 36 kilometres south of Mamuju which has roughly 110,000 inhabitants.

A 6.2-magnitude earthquake hit the Indonesian province of West Sulawesi on Friday. The epicentre of the earthquake was 36 kilometres south of Mamuju which has roughly 110,000 inhabitants. At least 34 people have been killed in the quake and several injured as people panicked and came out on the streets. Authorities said a hotel had collapsed after the quake struck at 2:18 am local time. The authorities did not trigger a tsunami warning. Indonesia often experiences volcanic activity due to its position on the Pacific "Ring of Fire". In 2018, a powerful earthquake leading to a tsunami in Palu on Sulawesi island had led the death of at least 4,300 people. On December 26, 2004, a 9.1-magnitude earthquake had struck off the coast of Sumatra leading to the death of 170,000 people and 220,000 in the region.

Death toll rises to 34 in Indonesia earthquake

<p>A 6.9 magnitude quake struck off the northeastern coast of Indonesia's Sulawesi island late on Sunday, triggering a tsunami warning, reported news agency AFP.</p>

<p>The quake struck out at sea at a depth of 10 kilometres according to Indonesia's geophysics agency, the report added.</p>

<p>The United States Geological Survey (USGS) put the magnitude at 6.9.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The shallow quake struck at a depth of 24 kilometres and was centred in the Molucca Sea between north Sulawesi and north Maluku, AFP report said quoting USGS.</p>

<p>There were no immediate reports of damage or casualties, but residents in the city of Ternate in North Maluku province described the panic when the quake hit.</p>

<p>"I was getting ready to sleep when the window started rattling," resident Budi Nurgianto told AFP.</p>

<p>"It was very strong -- I ran from my house and all my neighbours fled too."</p>

<p>According to the USGS, considerable damage was possible in poorly built or badly designed structures.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Indonesia is one of the most disaster-hit nations on Earth due to its position straddling the so-called Pacific Ring of Fire, where tectonic plates collide.</p>

<p>It has been hit by a string of deadly quakes including a devastating 2004 tremor measuring 9.1 magnitude that struck off the coast of Sumatra and triggered a tsunami that killed 220,000 throughout the region, including 168,000 in Indonesia.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Boxing Day disaster was the world's third biggest quake since 1900, and lifted the ocean floor in some places by 15 metres (50 feet).&nbsp;</p>

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A 6.9 magnitude quake struck off the northeastern coast of Indonesia's Sulawesi island late on Sunday, triggering a tsunami warning, reported news agency AFP. The quake struck out at sea at a depth of 10 kilometres according to Indonesia's geophysics agency, the report added.

A 6.9 magnitude quake struck off the northeastern coast of Indonesia's Sulawesi island late on Sunday, triggering a tsunami warning, reported news agency AFP. The quake struck out at sea at a depth of 10 kilometres according to Indonesia's geophysics agency, the report added. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) put the magnitude at 6.9. The shallow quake struck at a depth of 24 kilometres and was centred in the Molucca Sea between north Sulawesi and north Maluku, AFP report said quoting USGS. There were no immediate reports of damage or casualties, but residents in the city of Ternate in North Maluku province described the panic when the quake hit. "I was getting ready to sleep when the window started rattling," resident Budi Nurgianto told AFP. "It was very strong -- I ran from my house and all my neighbours fled too." According to the USGS, considerable damage was possible in poorly built or badly designed structures. Indonesia is one of the most disaster-hit nations on Earth due to its position straddling the so-called Pacific Ring of Fire, where tectonic plates collide. It has been hit by a string of deadly quakes including a devastating 2004 tremor measuring 9.1 magnitude that struck off the coast of Sumatra and triggered a tsunami that killed 220,000 throughout the region, including 168,000 in Indonesia. The Boxing Day disaster was the world's third biggest quake since 1900, and lifted the ocean floor in some places by 15 metres (50 feet). (With inputs from AFP)

6.9 magnitude quake strikes off Indonesia, tsunami warning issued

<p>Japan issued a tsunami warning on&nbsp;Tuesday after a strong 6.8-magnitude earthquake hit the northwest of the country.</p>

<p>A wave of one metre (three feet) is expected to hit the coast of the Sea of Japan, north of Tokyo, the nation's meteorological agency said.</p>

<p>Officials immediately stopped bullet train services in the region as a precautionary measure, according to public broadcaster NHK, which also said around 200 households were without power.</p>

<p>The meteorological agency said some waves were expected to have already reached some coastlines of Yamagata and Niigata, in the northwest of the country.&nbsp;</p>

<p>NHK said no abnormality was monitored at nuclear power plants near the epicentre.</p>

<p>The quake registered six on the Japanese scale, which goes up to seven.</p>

<p>Japan sits on the Pacific "Ring of Fire" where many of the world's earthquakes and volcanic eruptions are recorded.</p>

<p>Last June, a deadly tremor rocked the Osaka region, killing five people and injuring over 350.</p>

<p>On March 11, 2011, a devastating 9.0-magnitude quake struck under the Pacific Ocean, and the resulting tsunami caused widespread damage and claimed thousands of lives.</p>


Japan issued a tsunami warning on Tuesday after a strong 6.8-magnitude earthquake hit the northwest of the country. A wave of one metre (three feet) is expected to hit the coast of the Sea of Japan, north of Tokyo, the nation's meteorological agency said.

Japan issued a tsunami warning on Tuesday after a strong 6.8-magnitude earthquake hit the northwest of the country. A wave of one metre (three feet) is expected to hit the coast of the Sea of Japan, north of Tokyo, the nation's meteorological agency said. Officials immediately stopped bullet train services in the region as a precautionary measure, according to public broadcaster NHK, which also said around 200 households were without power. The meteorological agency said some waves were expected to have already reached some coastlines of Yamagata and Niigata, in the northwest of the country. NHK said no abnormality was monitored at nuclear power plants near the epicentre. The quake registered six on the Japanese scale, which goes up to seven. Japan sits on the Pacific "Ring of Fire" where many of the world's earthquakes and volcanic eruptions are recorded. Last June, a deadly tremor rocked the Osaka region, killing five people and injuring over 350. On March 11, 2011, a devastating 9.0-magnitude quake struck under the Pacific Ocean, and the resulting tsunami caused widespread damage and claimed thousands of lives.

Japan issues tsunami warning after earthquake in northwest coastal area; bullet trains stopped

<p>Tsunami warnings were issued after a magnitude-7.6 earthquake struck off the coast of New Caledonia in the South Pacific on Wednesday.</p>

<p>The tremor hit at about 3.18 pm local time at a depth of 10 kilometres southeast of Loyalty Islands off New Caledonia's east coast, according to the United States Geological Survey.</p>

<p>Tsunami warnings have been issued for New Caledonia and Vanuatu for waves from 1-3m and Fiji for waves up to 1m, as well as waves smaller than 0.3m for outlying areas.</p>

<p>Several aftershocks above magnitude-5.6 were recorded.</p>


Tsunami warnings were issued after a magnitude-7.6 earthquake struck off the coast of New Caledonia in the South Pacific on Wednesday. The tremor hit at about 3.

Tsunami warnings were issued after a magnitude-7.6 earthquake struck off the coast of New Caledonia in the South Pacific on Wednesday. The tremor hit at about 3.18 pm local time at a depth of 10 kilometres southeast of Loyalty Islands off New Caledonia's east coast, according to the United States Geological Survey. Tsunami warnings have been issued for New Caledonia and Vanuatu for waves from 1-3m and Fiji for waves up to 1m, as well as waves smaller than 0.3m for outlying areas. Several aftershocks above magnitude-5.6 were recorded.

Tsunami warnings issued after earthquake off New Caledonia

<p>An earthquake of magnitude 8.2 hit 256 km southeast of Chiniak, Alaska at a depth of 10 km on Tuesday, the US Geological Survey said.</p>

<p>The quake prompted a tsunami warning for parts of Alaska and Canada and a tsunami watch for the entire US&nbsp;west coast, the US&nbsp;Tsunami Warning System said.</p>

<p>&quot;If you are located in this coastal area, move inland to higher ground. Tsunami warnings mean that a tsunami with significant inundation is possible or is already occurring,&quot; Anchorage Office of Emergency Management said in a warning for Alaska and British Columbia.</p>

<p>Tsunami warnings for parts of Alaska and Canada and a tsunami watch for the entire U.S. west coast and Hawaii were issued.</p>

<p>&quot;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,&quot; the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center said.</p>

<p>Japan&#39;s meteorological agency said it was monitoring the situation but did not issue a tsunami alert.</p>


The earthquake occurred southeast of Chiniak in Alaska

An earthquake of magnitude 8.2 hit 256 km southeast of Chiniak, Alaska at a depth of 10 km on Tuesday, the US Geological Survey said. The quake prompted a tsunami warning for parts of Alaska and Canada and a tsunami watch for the entire US west coast, the US Tsunami Warning System said. "If you are located in this coastal area, move inland to higher ground. Tsunami warnings mean that a tsunami with significant inundation is possible or is already occurring," Anchorage Office of Emergency Management said in a warning for Alaska and British Columbia. Tsunami warnings for parts of Alaska and Canada and a tsunami watch for the entire U.S. west coast and Hawaii were issued. "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," the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center said. Japan's meteorological agency said it was monitoring the situation but did not issue a tsunami alert.

Watch: 8.2-magnitude earthquake off Alaska, tsunami warning issued

<p>A powerful 7.0-magnitude earthquake struck off the eastern coast of New Caledonia on Monday, triggering a tsunami warning, but there were no immediate reports of damage.</p>

<p>The US Geological Survey said the shallow tremor hit approximately 82 kilometres to the east of the lightly populated Loyalty Islands at around 10:45 am (2245 GMT).&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center issued an alert saying that tsunami waves could affect areas within 300 kilometres (180 miles), which would include Vanuatu and New Caledonia, whose capital Noumea sits some 250 kilometres east of the epicentre.</p>

<p>Nervous residents reported feeling several tremors throughout the night before the quake hit.</p>

<p>&quot;Parked cars were shaking and everyone went outside,&quot; one official from Mare in the Loyalty Islands told.</p>

<p>&quot;I thought I was going to faint, I was very afraid and I rushed out of my building,&quot; said a resident of central Noumea.</p>

<p>Geoscience Australia seismologist Spiro Spiliopoulos said damage in the capital was unlikely.&nbsp;</p>

<p>&quot;They will feel moderate shaking, but there is a low likelihood of damage from the earthquake itself in Noumea,&quot; he told.</p>

<p>A resident in Port Vila, Vanuatu, told AFP that no tsunami alert had been issued by local authorities.</p>

<p>Monday`s earthquake followed a series of temblors to hit the Loyalty Islands area over the past few weeks, including a 6.8-magnitude quake that struck at the end of October.</p>


The US Geological Survey said the shallow tremor hit approximately 82 kilometres to the east of the lightly populated Loyalty Islands at around 10:45 am (2245 GMT).?

A powerful 7.0-magnitude earthquake struck off the eastern coast of New Caledonia on Monday, triggering a tsunami warning, but there were no immediate reports of damage. The US Geological Survey said the shallow tremor hit approximately 82 kilometres to the east of the lightly populated Loyalty Islands at around 10:45 am (2245 GMT). The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center issued an alert saying that tsunami waves could affect areas within 300 kilometres (180 miles), which would include Vanuatu and New Caledonia, whose capital Noumea sits some 250 kilometres east of the epicentre. Nervous residents reported feeling several tremors throughout the night before the quake hit. "Parked cars were shaking and everyone went outside," one official from Mare in the Loyalty Islands told. "I thought I was going to faint, I was very afraid and I rushed out of my building," said a resident of central Noumea. Geoscience Australia seismologist Spiro Spiliopoulos said damage in the capital was unlikely. "They will feel moderate shaking, but there is a low likelihood of damage from the earthquake itself in Noumea," he told. A resident in Port Vila, Vanuatu, told AFP that no tsunami alert had been issued by local authorities. Monday`s earthquake followed a series of temblors to hit the Loyalty Islands area over the past few weeks, including a 6.8-magnitude quake that struck at the end of October.

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