Tsunami highlights: Evacuations ordered in Chile, Colombia; Japan, Hawaii lower alerts

Tsunami highlights: Tsunami warnings across US states of Hawaii and California, and in Japan, were downgraded after some waves hit the coasts. Meanwhile, Chile upgraded the warning to the highest level.

General view of the Caleta Portales artisanal fishing pier during a tsunami warning in Valparaiso, Chile, on July 30. (AFP)

Russia quake, tsunami highlights: While Hawaii and Japan have downgraded their tsunami warnings, Chile has upgraded it to the highest level across most of its Pacific Coast, ordering evacuations. Besides, the advisory along the coast in California has been cancelled. A warning for waves as high as 4 metres persists in French Polynesia, a country in the South Pacific, comprising of over a 100 islands....Read More

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• 31 Jul 2025, 04:19:49 AM IST

  Live updates on Russia quake and tsunami danger end here.

• 31 Jul 2025, 03:21:21 AM IST

  Tsunami warning Live: California city warns people to stay off beaches

  A small California coastal city near the border with Oregon that has recorded dozens of tsunamis, including one that turned deadly more than 60 years ago, saw little damage Wednesday when locals used to tsunami warnings returned to their routines amid sunny skies in the town known as a tsunami magnet.

  No injuries were reported in Crescent City, a town of 6,600 people. But a dock at the city’s harbor was damaged, and officials warned people to stay away from beaches and waterways. (AP)

• 31 Jul 2025, 02:20:23 AM IST

  Tsunami warning Live: Tsunami advisory ended for Hawaii

  Tsunami advisory is ended for the state of Hawaii effective at 8:58 am (Hawaii Standard Time), according to Pacific Tsunami Warning Center.

• 31 Jul 2025, 01:07:04 AM IST

  Tsunami warning Live: What's the ‘Ring of Fire’

  Wednesday's quake occurred along the “Ring of Fire,” a series of seismic faults around the Pacific Ocean. It was centered offshore, about 120 kilometers (75 miles) from Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, Kamchatka’s regional capital. (AP)

• 30 Jul 2025, 11:35:29 PM IST

  Tsunami warning Live: Tsunami cancelled for coastal areas of Oregon, Washington

  According to US' National Tsunami Warning Center, tsunami advisory is cancelled for coastal areas of Oregon and Washington from Oregon/Cal. border to Wash./BC border. (Reuters)

• 30 Jul 2025, 10:47:30 PM IST

  Tsunami warning Live: 4-ft waves seen earlier in Hawaii, but alert now downgraded

  Tsunami waves reaching up to 4 feet were seen in Hawaii as evacuation were ordered followed by an alert triggered by the massive 8.8-magnitude earthquake in the Russian peninsula. However, the alert was later downgraded to an advisory and areas where evacuations took place were declared safe for return.

• 30 Jul 2025, 10:17:17 PM IST

  Tsunami warning live: Oprah Winfrey denies closing Hawaii road during evacuation

  Oprah Winfrey has refuted claims that she blocked a private road on a property she owns in Hawaii, during evacuations earlier in the day. The evacuation was ordered when a tsunami warning was in place in the US state. Winfrey's spokesperson told AFP that they contacted local law enforcement and the Federal Emergency Management Agency to open the roads "as soon as we heard the tsunami warnings."

• 30 Jul 2025, 09:40:13 PM IST

  Tsunami warning Live: Worst seemingly over for US, Russia, Japan, parts of South America remain warned

  While the worst seems to have passed for parts of the US like Hawaii and California, and Japan and the Russian peninsula, new warnings have forced evacuations in Chile and Colombia.

• 30 Jul 2025, 08:50:52 PM IST

  Tsunami warning live: Colombia orders evacuation of beaches

  Amid a tsunami warning Colombia has ordered residents complete closure and evacuation of beaches and low-tide areas along its Pacific Coast.

• 30 Jul 2025, 08:14:05 PM IST

  Tsunami warning live: Galapagos Islands in Ecuador order evacuations

  After a tsunami alert triggered by a massive earthquake off the Russian peninsula, Ecuador's Galapagos Islands have ordered evacuations along the coast, reported Reuters. Those living around 970 km away from the South America's western coast have been ordered to move to safe zones established by the country's emergency management agency.

• 30 Jul 2025, 07:49:25 PM IST

  Russia earthquake live: Volcano erupts in Russia's far east hours after massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake

  "The Klyuchevskoy is erupting right now," Russian Geophysical Survey said, hours after a massive 8.8-magnitude earthquake hit the Russian peninsula. A tsunami warning was also issued in the region, but was lifted later.

• 30 Jul 2025, 06:54:47 PM IST

  Tsunami warning live: Chile upgrades warning to highest level for much of Pacific coast

  Even as Hawaii and Japan downgraded their tsunami warnings, Chile reportedly has upgraded it to the highest level for much of its Pacific Coast. Chile’s national emergency service said it was evacuating hundreds of people from coastal areas, and classes have been cancelled for students along much of the coast, reported AP.

• 30 Jul 2025, 06:29:25 PM IST

  Tsunami live: Warnings cancelled for coastal areas in California

  The tsunami advisory for coastal areas has been cancelled, reported Reuters. Besides, a similar advisory for the Mexico border to Rincon Point has also been lifted. The warnings were triggered by massive 8.8-magnitude earthquake off the Russian peninsula earlier today.

• 30 Jul 2025, 06:16:24 PM IST

  Russia earthquake live: Tremors struck 'megathrust fault'

  The powerful earthquake that hit Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula area off Russia's Far East coast occurred on a "megathrust fault", where the denser Pacific Plate is sliding underneath the lighter North American Plate, scientists said, reported Reuters.

• 30 Jul 2025, 05:36:00 PM IST

  Tsunami warning live: Japan downgrades its last remaining tsunami alert

  After downgrading tsunami warnings in the east and south, Japan has lowered its last remaining alert, but warning hold steady in parts of the Pacific.

• 30 Jul 2025, 05:04:09 PM IST

  Russia earthquake, tsunami warning live: Alert lifted for Sakhalin Island

  After the Kamchatka region, that was hit with a 8.8-magnitude earthquake earlier today, Russia has lifted a tsunami warning for Sakhalin, an island in the country.

• 30 Jul 2025, 04:45:58 PM IST

  Russia earthquake live: Tsunami warning for far east Kamchatka region lifted

  Authorities have lifted a tsunami warning for Russia's Kamchatka region, which witnessed a powerful 8.8-magnitude earthquake earlier today. The tremors had triggered tsunami warnings across the Pacific region, including Japan, Alaska, and Hawaii.

• 30 Jul 2025, 04:36:55 PM IST

  Tsunami warning live updates: 'Tsunami not just one wave', explains warning coordinator

  Amid a tsunami warning in place after a powerful earthquake in Russia, James Barros, administrator of the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency, has explained what constitutes as a tsunami. “A tsunami is not just one wave. It’s a series of powerful waves over a long period of time. Tsunamis cross the ocean at hundreds of miles an hour — as fast as a jet airplane — in deep water. But when they get close to the shore, they slow down and start to pile up. And that’s where that inundation problem becomes a little bit more possible there," he was quoted as saying by AP.

  Hawaii also witnessed some tsunami waves today, but alerts have been downgraded to advisories now and areas people were evacuated from are now safe to return to.

• 30 Jul 2025, 04:11:39 PM IST

  Tsunami live updates: Height of waves seen in Japan, Alaska, Russia

  Following a powerful earthquake off Russian peninsula, a tsunami warning was issued and waves hit parts of Japan, US and Russia. A tsunami height of 3-4 metres was seen in Kamchatka, 60 centimetres in Japan's northern island of Hokkaido, and up to 1.4 feet (under 30 centimetres) above tide levels in Alaska's Aleutian Islands, reported AP.

• 30 Jul 2025, 03:58:24 PM IST

  Tsunami warning live updates: Northern Japan remains on alert as warnings downgraded for regions in east, south

  Japan has downgraded its tsunami warning to an ‘advisory’ after some waves hit the shore on Wednesday. At least one person has died, Japan Times earlier reported. From the Ibaraki region in the east to the southern Wakayama region, the warning are now down to advisories. However, alerts for the northern regions remain unchanged, reported AFP.

• 30 Jul 2025, 03:38:58 PM IST

  Russia earthquake live: Russia declares state of emergency in areas hit by tremors

  A state of emergency has been declared in parts of Russia that felt tremors following a powerful 8.8-magnitude earthquake off the Kamchatka Peninsula. The Kuril Islands and Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, the main city on the Kamchatka peninsula, are areas where an emergency has been declared, reported AP.

• 30 Jul 2025, 03:21:47 PM IST

  Tsunami warning live updates: Big alert in French Polynesia, waves up to 4 metres expected

  The country of French Polynesia is expected to witness tsunami waves of up to 4 metres. An alert was issued, triggered by a 8.8-magnitude earthquake off Russian peninsula earlier in the day.

  Apart from French Polynesia, waves of up to 3 metres is expected in Chile, Costa Rica, Hawaii, Japan and other islands in the Pacific, it was earlier reported.

• 30 Jul 2025, 03:18:13 PM IST

  Tsunami alert live updates: After Hawaii, Japan downgrades warning

  After Hawaii, Japan has also downgraded its tsunami alert to an 'advisory, reported AP. Both places witnessed some tsunami waves, but in Hawaii, the areas people were evacuated from is now declared safe, and in Japan, while waves of 1.3 m did hit the shore, they weren't as bad as feared.

• 30 Jul 2025, 03:05:20 PM IST

  Russia earthquake live: Resident says ‘felt like the walls could collapse any moment’

  Describing how powerful the jolts of a 8.8 magnitude off Russian peninsula felt, a resident of the city of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky said the shaking went on for several minutes, reported Reuters.

  “It felt like the walls could collapse any moment. The shaking lasted continuously for at least 3 minutes,” the resident said.

• 30 Jul 2025, 02:57:55 PM IST

  Tsunami warning live updates: US, Mexico, Ecuador, Colombia urge citizens to avoid threatened beaches

  Amid a tsunami alert triggered by a powerful earthquake off Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula, Mexico, Ecuador, Colombia and the United States issued warnings to avoid threatened beaches and low-lying areas, reported news agency Reuters.

  Tsunamis up to four metres (12 feet) high were observed across the Pacific, including in California and Hawaii. However, the tsunami alert level in Hawaii has been downgraded to an ‘advisory’ in Hawaii and areas from where people were evacuated are now safe to return.

  Tsunami waves of up to one metre are reportedly likely in places including Australia, Colombia, Mexico, New Zealand, Tonga and Taiwan.

• 30 Jul 2025, 02:51:59 PM IST

  Tsunami warning live updates: ‘Carefully follow the instructions’, says Ireland's Deputy PM amid warnings

  Ireland's Deputy PM Simon Harris has issued a message for the citizens to adhere to instructions laid out amid a tsunami warning. “To all Irish citizens in the Pacific region, please carefully follow the instructions of the authorities in relation to the tsunami threat message,” he wrote on X.

• 30 Jul 2025, 02:47:54 PM IST

  Tsunami live updates: One dead in Japan as waves measuring 1.3m hit the shore

  At least one person died as Japan braced for a tsunami after an alert was issued, triggered by 8.8-magnitude earthquake in Russia. While tsunami waves measuring 1.3 m hit the shore in Japan, the waves were “initially weaker than feared,” the Japan Times reported.

• 30 Jul 2025, 02:36:13 PM IST

  Russia quake, tsunami live updates: Safe to return to evacuated areas in Hawaii

  With the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center (PTWC)'s update of no major tsunami expected to hit Hawaii, the areas from where people were earlier evacuated in the US state have been declared safe for return.

• 30 Jul 2025, 02:28:12 PM IST

  Russia quake, tsunami live updates: No major tsunami warning in Hawaii

  While tsunami waves did hit Hawaii on Wednesday, there is no major tsunami expected to hit the US state, the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center (PTWC) said in an update.

• 30 Jul 2025, 02:22:02 PM IST

  Russia quake, tsunami live updates: Tsunami hits Hawaii, but no ‘big wave’ seen yet

  Tsunami waves were observed in Hawaii and parts of California following alerts triggered by a powerful earthquake in Russia. According to Hawaii Governor Josh Green, “Everything has been OK so far, we haven’t seen a big wave." A tsunami warning was issued across the Pacific after a magnitude 8.8 quake struck at a depth of 21 kilometers off Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula on Wednesday.

• 30 Jul 2025, 02:11:48 PM IST

  Tsunami warning live updates: Hawaii, parts of California brace for tsunami following earthquake

  Following a magnitude 8.8 quake off Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula, US's Hawaii and parts of California are bracing for a tsunami, as alerts have been issued across the Pacific. According to the Governor in Hawaii, tsunami is expected to “not just hit one beach, it will wrap around the islands", news agency AP reported.

• 30 Jul 2025, 02:01:57 PM IST

  Russia quake, tsunami live updates: Tsunami waves of 1.6 feet observed at Arena Cove, California

  Russia quake, tsunami live updates: Tsunami waves measuring 1.6 feet above tide level were observed at Arena Cove, California, as the tsunami made landfall along the US West Coast, the National Weather Service (NWS) confirmed. The waves were detected by the tide gauge at Arena Cove and are continuing to move along the California coastline.

• 30 Jul 2025, 01:53:18 PM IST

  Russia quake, tsunami live updates: Hawaii airports update- Flights cancelled, passengers sheltering as tsunami alert continues

  Russia quake, tsunami live updates: Hawaii Department of Transportation update (as of July 29, 2025, 10 PM local time):

  Residents are reminded not to return to tsunami evacuation zones until authorities confirm it is safe.

  At Hilo International Airport, evacuation gates have been closed, and preparations are underway to reopen the runway for Wednesday’s flights.

  At Kahului Airport (OGG), all flights have been cancelled. Passengers are currently sheltering in the terminal and will be rescreened before departure in the morning.

  At Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL), baggage screening was temporarily halted during the first tsunami wave arrival but has now resumed, and flights have restarted.

  Travellers are advised to check directly with airlines for the latest flight schedules.

• 30 Jul 2025, 01:42:16 PM IST

  Russia quake, tsunami live updates: Waves reach California coast, evacuations on

  Russia quake, tsunami live updates: A tsunami has reached the California coast, according to the National Weather Service (NWS), and has been detected on the tide gauge at Arena Cove, California, as it continues moving down the coastline.

  Earlier, in Hawaii, coastal residents were urged to evacuate to higher ground or move to the fourth floor or above of nearby buildings. The United States Coast Guard (USCG) instructed all vessels to leave harbours as the tsunami approached the islands.

  "Take Action! Destructive tsunami waves expected," the Honolulu Department of Emergency Management posted on X (formerly Twitter).

  By 0730 GMT, the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center (PTWC) confirmed that tsunami waves of up to 1.7 metres (5.5 feet) were striking the Hawaiian Islands. Though Hawaii Governor Josh Green initially stated that no significant waves had made landfall, all flights to and from Maui were cancelled as a precaution.

• 30 Jul 2025, 01:37:34 PM IST

  Tsunami warning live updates: Massive 8.8 earthquake triggers tsunami across Russia, Japan, and Alaska coasts

  Tsunami warning live updates: A massive 8.8-magnitude earthquake struck Russia's Far East on Wednesday morning, triggering tsunami waves across the Pacific, including Japan, Hawaii, and Alaska. Though no major damage has been reported, authorities warned the threat could persist for over a day.

  In Kamchatka, ports were flooded and residents fled inland. Tsunami waves between 3 to 4 metres were recorded. In northern Japan, white frothy waves hit the shore, prompting evacuations amid memories of the 2011 disaster. One person was reported injured, and no irregularities were found at nuclear plants.

  In Hawaii, traffic gridlock reached even inland areas. Governor Josh Green said 6-foot waves were detected at Midway Atoll and warned the impact on Hawaii could vary. Black Hawk helicopters and high-water vehicles were on standby.

  Alaska’s Aleutian Islands saw waves up to 1.4 feet. The National Tsunami Warning Centre cautioned that tsunamis involve a series of powerful waves, not just one, and their effects can linger. “They cross oceans as fast as jet aircraft,” said coordinator Dave Snider.

  Tsunami advisories were issued for much of the US West Coast, Canada’s British Columbia, and parts of California, Washington, and Oregon, where waves between 1–2 feet were expected. The Oregon Emergency Department warned of dangerous currents despite no major tsunami risk.

  In Russia, several injuries were reported. Severokurilsk, a coastal town, saw flooding in its fishing port, with boats swept away. Mayor Alexander Ovsyannikov said no serious damage occurred, though electricity was cut as inspections began.

  The quake struck at 8:25 am Japan time, about 119 km southeast of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, at a depth of 20.7 km, followed by strong aftershocks, including one of 6.9 magnitude.

• 30 Jul 2025, 01:33:04 PM IST

  Tsunami warning live updates: Internet abuzz over Baba Vanga’s eerie July 2025 tsunami prediction

  Tsunami warning live updates: A haunting prediction from a Japanese manga has resurfaced following the powerful 8.8 magnitude earthquake that struck near Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula on Wednesday, sending tsunami waves toward parts of Japan. The event has drawn renewed attention to manga artist Ryo Tatsuki, often referred to as the "New Baba Vanga," who had allegedly warned of a major disaster in July 2025.

  Interest in her prophecy had already been gaining momentum online, especially across Japanese social platforms, with trending hashtags like #July5Disaster.

  As reports of the quake emerged, people revisited Tatsuki’s manga Watashi ga Mita Mirai (The Future I Saw), published in 1999. Many readers claim the manga eerily foreshadowed several past catastrophes, including the deaths of Princess Diana, Freddie Mercury, the COVID-19 pandemic, and most notably, the March 2011 earthquake and tsunami in Japan.

  Although Baba Vanga passed away in 1996, her name continues to circulate—especially now in 2025—as some of her cryptic predictions seem strangely aligned with recent global events. Despite being vague, her forecasts still leave many feeling unsettled when they appear to mirror real-world happenings.

• 30 Jul 2025, 01:12:04 PM IST

  Tsunami warning live updates: Oprah Winfrey opens private Maui road to aid tsunami evacuations

  Tsunami warning live updates: American television host and producer Oprah Winfrey has opened access to her private road in Maui, Hawaii, to assist local residents evacuating amid tsunami warnings, her spokesperson told CNN.

  “Once the tsunami alerts were issued, we immediately reached out to local law enforcement and FEMA to make sure the road was opened,” the spokesperson said.

  Authorities are now managing the evacuation, allowing around 50 vehicles through at a time to maintain safety. The road will stay open for as long as needed.

  Meanwhile, a wave exceeding five feet was recorded in Kahului, located on Maui’s north-central coast, and a tsunami warning remains in place across Hawaii, CNN report added

• 30 Jul 2025, 01:05:48 PM IST

  Tsunami warning live updates: After Hawaii, California braces for tsunami impact

  Tsunami warning live updates: After waves hit Hawaii, California is bracing for impact. An 8.8 magnitude earthquake struck Russia on Wednesday morning, triggering tsunami warnings for various countries and states in the US.

  In California, residents have bee urged to evaucate from coastal areas and move to higher grounds. As per the National Weather Service's Tsunami Warning Center, the first tsunami waves could hit the west coast off the Bay Area as early as 12:30 a.m. on Wednesday, July 30.

• 30 Jul 2025, 12:57:43 PM IST

  Tsunami warning live updates: Tsunami waves sweep buildings, debris after 8.8 earthquake in Russia

  Tsunami warning live updates: Following the 8.8 magnitude earthquake in Russia, Russian state television aired footage of a tsunami wave sweeping through a coastal town, carrying buildings and debris into the sea.

  As per authorities, tsunami waves crashed through Severo-Kurilsk, a Russian town of about 2,000 people, 350 kilometres (217 miles) southwest from the earthquake's epicentre.

  A state of emergency has been declared has been declared in the North Kuril District as waves continue to hit the Russian region,

• 30 Jul 2025, 12:48:04 PM IST

  Tsunami live updates: Amid tsunami warnings in China, Shanghai braces for typhoon

  Tsunami warning live updates: Following the massive earthquake in Russia, a tsunami warning has also been activated for eastern region of China. Meanwhile, the Shanghai is bracing for typhoon Co-May. As per state media reports, around 280,000 residents have already been evacuated from the key city.

• 30 Jul 2025, 12:32:36 PM IST

  Tsunami live updates: Hawaii on alert, but no major tsunami wave seen so far

  Tsunami live updates: Hawaiian officials have reported no indication of a major tsunami wave following preparations triggered by a powerful earthquake near Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula, according to Governor Josh Green on Tuesday night.

  The Hawaii Emergency Management Agency stated that while all commercial harbours have been closed and flights to and from Maui cancelled as a precaution, there are currently no plans to cut power across the islands.

• 30 Jul 2025, 12:23:14 PM IST

  Tsunami live updates: These areas in Japan are on tsunami advisory

  Tsunami live updates: A tsunami advisory means you should leave the water and move away from coastal areas right away. Strong and dangerous currents may continue, so avoid entering the sea or going near the shore until the advisory is officially lifted.

  The following areas in Japan are under a tsunami advisory:

  Northern part of Japan Sea Coast of Hokkaido

  Okhotsk Sea Coast of Hokkaido

  Japan Sea Coast of Aomori Prefecture

  Mutsu Bay

  Tokyo Bay

  Ise Bay and Mikawa Bay

  Osaka Prefecture

  Setonaikai Coast of Hyogo Prefecture

  Southern Part of Awaji Island

  Okayama Prefecture

  Tokushima Prefecture

  Bungo Strait Coast of Ehime Prefecture

  Kochi Prefecture

  Setonaikai Coast of Oita Prefecture

  Bungo Strait Coast of Oita Prefecture

  Miyazaki Prefecture

  Eastern Part of Kagoshima Prefecture

  Tanegashima and Yakushima Area

  Amami Islands and Tokara Islands

  Western Part of Kagoshima Prefecture

  Okinawa Main Island Region

  Daitojima Area

  Miyakojima and Yaeyama Area

• 30 Jul 2025, 12:14:23 PM IST

  Tsunami live updates: Warning issued to several regions of Japan | See list

  Tsunami live updates: A tsunami warning means you must evacuate coastal and riverside areas without delay and move to a safe location, such as higher ground or a designated evacuation building.

  Tsunami waves may strike multiple times, so remain in a safe area until the warning is officially lifted.

  If possible, continue moving to even higher ground for greater safety. A tsunami warning has been issued for the following regions in Japan:

  Eastern part of Pacific Coast of Hokkaido

  Central part of Pacific Coast of Hokkaido

  Western part of Pacific Coast of Hokkaido

  Pacific Coast of Aomori Prefecture

  Iwate Prefecture

  Miyagi Prefecture

  Fukushima Prefecture

  Ibaraki Prefecture

  Kujukuri and Sotobo Area, Chiba Prefecture

  Uchibo Area, Chiba Prefecture

  Izu Islands

  Ogasawara Islands

  Sagami Bay and Miura Peninsula

  Shizuoka Prefecture

  Pacific Coast of Aichi Prefecture

  Southern part of Mie Prefecture

  Wakayama Prefecture

• 30 Jul 2025, 12:05:25 PM IST

  Tsunami live updates: Hawaii closes all commercial harbours as tsunami reaches 4 feet in Maui

  Tsunami live updates: The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center (PTWC) reported that the tsunami gauge at Kahului in Maui, Hawaii, recorded an amplitude of 4 feet above the normal sea level. In response to the tsunami threat, the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency (Hawaii EMA) announced the closure of all commercial harbours across the state as a precautionary safety measure.

• 30 Jul 2025, 11:56:19 AM IST

  Tsunami live updates: California’s Monterey County issues evacuation alert for Moss Landing harbour

  Tsunami live updates: The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office in California issued an evacuation warning on Tuesday for all individuals living on boats in Moss Landing, a well-known spot frequented by surfers and tourists, according to CNN.

  Officials cautioned that tsunami waves are forecast to hit the Monterey County coast by 12:15 a.m. Pacific Time (3:15 a.m. Eastern Time).

  “We are recommending that these individuals seek other lodging arrangements for the duration of the tsunami advisory for California Coastal counties,” the Sheriff’s Office posted on X.

  Earlier in the evening, the United States Coast Guard advised that strong currents could endanger vessels and coastal structures. While widespread flooding is not anticipated, damage within harbours remains a possibility.

• 30 Jul 2025, 11:46:24 AM IST

  Tsunami live updates: Hawaii’s Hanalei sees 3 ft tsunami elevation above sea level

  Tsunami live updates: The tsunami has begun to impact the state of Hawaii, prompting urgent calls for immediate action to safeguard lives and property.

  In Hanalei, a sea level gauge recorded tsunami waves reaching an amplitude of 3 feet above the normal sea level, signalling a significant rise in coastal water levels. Authorities are urging residents and visitors to remain vigilant and follow all safety instructions.

• 30 Jul 2025, 11:36:17 AM IST

  Tsunami warning live updates: Hawaiian shores hit

  Tsunami warning live updates: A tsunami alert issued in Hawaii has warned that tsunami waves are now striking the state, urging residents to take immediate action to safeguard lives and property. The alert explains that a tsunami consists of a series of long ocean waves, with each wave crest lasting between 5 to 15 minutes or even longer, often causing widespread flooding in coastal regions. The threat is expected to persist for several hours due to ongoing wave activity. Authorities cautioned that tsunami waves can wrap efficiently around islands, putting all shores at risk regardless of the direction they face. In some cases, the trough of a wave may expose the seafloor temporarily, but the water will rush back in rapidly. Extremely powerful and unusual currents may also occur near shorelines. Additionally, debris carried by the tsunami increases its destructive impact. If high tide or rough surf coincides with the tsunami, the danger could be significantly intensified.

• 30 Jul 2025, 11:08:10 AM IST

  Tsunami warning live updates: Coast Guard clears Hawaii harbours as precaution against tsunami

  Tsunami warning live updates: The US Coast Guard has instructed all commercial ships to vacate Hawaii’s ports and prohibited any vessels from entering until tsunami advisories are lifted, CNN reported.

  “All harbours in Hawaii have been closed to incoming vessel traffic. Vessels transiting within the vicinity of the Hawaiian Islands or inbound to ports in Hawaii shall remain offshore until conditions subside,” CNN quoted a statement from the Coast Guard Oceania District as saying.

• 30 Jul 2025, 10:58:53 AM IST

  Tsunami warning live updates: Complete evacuation carried out on tsunami-hit islands, says Russian mayor

  Tsunami warning live updates: The mayor of Russia’s northern Kuril Islands district confirmed on Wednesday that all residents were safely evacuated after a tsunami triggered flooding and destroyed buildings.

  "Everyone was evacuated. There was enough time, a whole hour. So everyone was evacuated, all the people are in the tsunami safety zone," Mayor Alexander Ovsyannikov stated during a crisis meeting with officials.

• 30 Jul 2025, 10:49:42 AM IST

  Tsunami warning live updates: Twin dangers of cyclone and tsunami loom over Shanghai in China; over 280,000 residents evacuated

  Tsunami warning live updates: China's Shanghai evacuated over 280,000 residents, cancelled hundreds of flights and ferry services, and enforced speed restrictions on roads and railways as a tropical storm brought strong winds and heavy rainfall to eastern China.

  The storm, Co-May, made landfall in the early hours in Zhoushan, a port city in Zhejiang province. Shortly afterwards, authorities issued a tsunami warning triggered by a powerful earthquake off Russia’s far eastern coast, heightening fears of potentially stronger storm surges along China’s shoreline.