Tsunami warnings were lifted in California after waves triggered by an 8.8-magnitude earthquake off Russia. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration recorded initial waves reaching 4.5 feet. Warnings were initially issued for a 100-mile stretch of Northern California coastline, particularly affecting Crescent City, vulnerable due to low elevation. Residents were urged to evacuate inland. Crescent City has a long history of tsunamis, with significant damage reported from previous events. An evacuation of the commercial fishing fleet was taking place in response to the tsunami threat.
The National Weather Service lifted tsunami warnings after waves hit California, caused by a powerful 8.8-magnitude earthquake off Russia, with initial waves reaching 4.5 feet.
A tsunami warning indicated the risk of dangerous coastal flooding and powerful currents for several hours or days, especially for the vulnerable Crescent City.
Crescent City, which has experienced 32 tsunamis since 1933, recorded a wave of 3.6 feet at 1:44 a.m., with the city having a history of devastating tsunamis.
Lori Dengler noted that the city was executing an orderly evacuation of its commercial fishing fleet in anticipation of tsunami impacts.
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