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Sigh of relief for Hawaii after tsunami scare shakes island

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Residents and tourists in Hawaii were forced to scramble to safety during tsunami scare after Russia’s massive earthquake.

Breakdown
  • An 8.8 magnitude earthquake near Russia triggered tsunami warnings in Hawaii. 14s
  • Evacuations included cruise ships leaving port early and flights turning around. 25s
  • Travelers and residents sought shelter, with some stranded overnight. 43s
  • The tsunami warning was lifted without major incident, but authorities warned of strong currents. 1m 41s
  • Normal activity resumed on Waikiki Beach, with tourists expressing relief. 1m 48s
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