Is there still a tsunami warning?
Asked 20 hours ago
Answer
Tsunami warnings were issued for Hawaii, Alaska, and other Pacific regions after a major earthquake near Russia. The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center later downgraded its alert, stating no major tsunami was expected, but advisories and warnings remained in effect for some areas, including Hawaii and the U.S. west coast.
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