Flights Halted to Hawaii Amid Tsunami Warning

Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines have suspended or diverted all flights to and from Hawaii after a tsunami warning was triggered by a massive earthquake off Russia’s coast, with its magnitude reported between 8.7 and 8.8. The National Weather Service has issued warnings for Hawaii, Alaska, and parts of the U.S. West Coast, with tsunami waves expected to reach Hawaii by 10 p.m. PDT. Flights already en route to Hawaii are being redirected or returned to the mainland, and flexible travel waivers are available for affected travelers. Interisland travel within Hawaii is also impacted by the advisories. The earthquake is among the strongest globally since 2011, and its effects are being felt throughout the Pacific region. Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely, urging residents and travelers to seek higher ground and consult official sources for updates.