🌊 Tsunami Alert for U.S. West Coast: Estimated Arrival Times for California, Oregon, and Washington

📍 July 30, 2025 — A massive 8.8-magnitude earthquake struck off Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula late Tuesday, triggering widespread tsunami advisories across the Pacific Ocean. The U.S. West Coast—spanning California, Oregon, and Washington—is on high alert as authorities scramble to prepare coastal communities for the possibility of devastating waves.

🕒 Estimated Tsunami Arrival Times (Eastern Time)

Officials warn that tsunami waves may arrive in multiple surges, with dangerous conditions persisting for hours after the initial wave. Residents in all impacted zones are advised to remain vigilant.

🚨 Current Advisories and Warnings

• California: Tsunami advisories are active for the entire coastline, including San Francisco and San Pablo Bays. Beaches, harbors, and piers are closed. Authorities caution against entering the water or low-lying areas.
• Oregon & Washington: Advisories remain in force, with expected surges in the Columbia River estuary and along Pacific beaches. Officials urge residents to move to higher ground immediately in case of worsening conditions.
• Hawaii: Already hit by waves up to 4 feet, prompting full airport closures overnight and activation of emergency shelters across islands.

🌍 Global Impact and International Alerts

• Alaska: Tsunami waves reached the Aleutian Islands, Kodiak, and Southeast Alaska, with minor flooding reported.
• Japan & British Columbia: Monitoring for potential wave activity continues, though no major surges have been reported yet.
• Indian Consulate, San Francisco: Issued a safety advisory for Indian nationals in affected U.S. coastal zones, urging them to evacuate low-lying areas and follow official alerts on https://tsunami.gov.

📌 What You Should Do Right Now

✅ Stay away from beaches, harbors, and marinas
✅ Monitor alerts on https://www.tsunami.gov
✅ Prepare an emergency evacuation kit
✅ Follow local emergency management instructions
✅ Remember: Tsunamis may come in waves hours apart

Authorities urge the public not to underestimate the risk, as this conditions may persist for several hours. Do not return to coastal areas until officials declare them safe.

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