Pacific Tsunami After Major Russia Earthquake

A massive 8.8-magnitude earthquake off Russia's eastern coast triggered tsunami advisories and warnings across the Pacific, with affected regions including Hawaii and the entire US West Coast. In California, Oregon, and Washington, officials closed beaches and parks, urging the public to stay away due to waves up to 3.6 feet and minor coastal flooding. Hawaii experienced evacuations, coastal disruptions, and the reemergence of ancient petroglyphs, which some Native Hawaiians interpret as ancestral warnings. Emergency services conducted rescues and managed hazard zones in impacted areas. By Wednesday morning, the immediate tsunami threat had subsided, though advisories remained in some locations. The event underscored persistent seismic risks and the need for disaster preparedness along the Pacific Rim.