LIVE COVERAGE: The National Weather Service has issued a tsunami warning for the entire state of Hawaii. The entire west coast of the United States is also under high alert. Citizens are being urged to head to high ground. The wave was caused by a massive magnitude 8.7 earthquake off the coast of Russia. This page will be updated throughout the evening and click here to get breaking news alerts delivered to your inbox.
President Trump Urges Hawaiians to Stay Safe
President Trump issued the following statement on Truth Social: “Due to a massive earthquake that occurred in the Pacific Ocean, a Tsunami Warning is in effect for those living in Hawaii. A Tsunami Watch is in effect for Alaska and the Pacific Coast of the United States. Japan is also in the way. Please visit tsunami.gov/ for the latest information. STAY STRONG AND STAY SAFE!”
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Homeland Security: Find High Ground
The Department of Homeland Security posted a statement: “Please be advised that there is a tsunami warning in effect for Hawaii. There is also a tsunami watch for Alaska and the west coast of the United States. Find high ground and stay safe.”