Posted on 11/11/2022 4:49:14 AM PST by Oldeconomybuyer
A tsunami warning has been issued following a 7.5 magnitude earthquake near the Pacific island of Tonga. The government has warned residents to seek high ground.
A magnitude 7.5 earthquake was recorded in the sea off the Pacific island of Tonga late Friday, according to the US-based Pacific Tsunami Warning Center
"A hazardous tsunami may have been generated by this nearby earthquake that could soon impact nearby coasts," the center said. It adding that the tsunami threat was being monitored for evaluation.
The center warned of a threat of sea level fluctuations and strong ocean to American Samoa that could prove "a hazard along beaches."
Tongan authorities also issued a warning advising residents "to evacuate immediately inland to high ground or to the 3rd level of a steel or concrete building until the threat has passed."
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Well as we have seen recently not all tsunamis occur.
And now climate change is going to impact Tonga. When will the carnage end?
At least it won’t reach Guam, so that island won’t be tipped over.
P.S. My father was a radio mechanic on Guam during the war. Because of him and countless others, I am able to sip a double espresso in the local coffee shop today in peace. Thank you, veterans.
“I hope it doesn’t tip over!” - Hank Johnson...................
bttt
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