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Did the tsunami hit Hawaii?

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A tsunami generated by a major earthquake off Russia's coast reached Hawaii, prompting evacuations and warnings. Waves up to 5.5 feet impacted the islands, but no major tsunami was expected after the initial alert.

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  • A magnitude 8.8 earthquake struck off the Kamchatka Peninsula in eastern Russia. 6s
  • Earthquakes over magnitude 7 on the ocean floor often generate tsunamis. 24s
  • Tsunami advisories were issued, with moderate wave heights reported in some regions. 46s
  • Tsunamis can travel at speeds up to 500 miles per hour in all directions. 1m 9s
  • The impact of a tsunami depends on coastline shape, water depth, and wave strength. 1m 26s
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Explaining how tsunamis work
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AccuWeather
1 day ago
Explaining how tsunamis work

It hasn't been the worst case scenario across Hawaii where wave heights about three to six feet were seen earlier along the North Shore.

Tsunami reaches Hawaii after huge quake shakes Russia's Far East
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Reuters
1 day ago
Tsunami reaches Hawaii after huge quake shakes Russia's Far East

In Hawaii, the U.S. Coast Guard ordered ships out of harbors as the tsunami approached. Coastal residents were warned to get to high ground. Waves of up to 5.5 feet impacted the islands.

Tsunami Advisory for Bay Area, California coast
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Fox News
2 days ago
Tsunami Advisory for Bay Area, California coast

A tsunami warning was in effect for 137 islands including Hawaii, with large waves estimated to arrive around 7:17 local time. Sirens were activated and people moved to higher ground.

Tsunami warning issued for Hawaii after 8.7 earthquake near Russia
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CBS News
2 days ago
Tsunami warning issued for Hawaii after 8.7 earthquake near Russia

Northwestern Hawaii and other islands in the chain were expected to get the first and worst waves, with potential for waves more than 10 feet above the tideline, pushing farther inland.

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