Tsunami Hits Pacific After 8.8 Russia Quake

A powerful 8.8 magnitude earthquake off Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula triggered tsunami waves that reached the Northern California coast, including Crescent City, Humboldt Bay, Monterey, and Moss Landing, early Wednesday morning. The National Weather Service issued a tsunami advisory for most of California’s coast, warning of waves under two feet but cautioning about strong currents and localized flooding, especially near high tide. Evacuation orders and warnings were issued for vulnerable areas, including commercial vessels in Crescent City. Hawaii, Alaska, Japan, and other Pacific regions also experienced tsunami activity, prompting widespread emergency measures. No major damage has been reported so far, but emergency resources have been mobilized and the situation remains closely monitored. The event ranks among the largest earthquakes recorded globally since 2011.