A tsunami warning has been issued following a 7.0-magnitude earthquake that struck off the coast of Northern California. The National Tsunami Warning Center has placed nearly 5 million people under the tsunami warning, spanning from Davenport, California, up to Douglas/Lane Line, Oregon. This warning includes densely populated areas such as the San Francisco Bay area, Eureka, Fort Bragg, and Crescent City, California.
Tsunami activity is expected to be impacting the closest coastlines at this moment and is projected to reach San Francisco within the next hour. Specific locations have been provided with forecasted times for the onset of tsunami activity:
- Fort Bragg: 11:10 a.m. PT
- Crescent City: 11:20 a.m. PT
- San Francisco: 12:10 p.m. PT
- Port Orford: 11:20 a.m. PT
- Brookings: 11:25 a.m. PT
- Charleston: 11:40 a.m. PT
Residents in these areas are urged to take immediate precautions and follow evacuation orders if issued. Tsunamis can cause significant damage and pose a serious threat to coastal communities. It is crucial to stay informed through official channels and be prepared to respond swiftly to any emergency directives.
