Northern California Tsunami Warning
Residents along Northern California's coast were evacuated after a magnitude 7 earthquake triggered a tsunami warning, but the alert was later canceled. Although a small tsunami did occur, officials followed correct protocol to ensure safety.
Key Points
- Magnitude 7 earthquake off Humboldt County triggered the tsunami warning
- Tsunami warning was canceled after no major tsunami was confirmed
- Small tsunami measured at 5 centimeters did occur in Arena Cove off Mendocino County
- Residents in affected areas were urged to evacuate inland
- Officials emphasized the importance of taking tsunami warnings seriously
Pros
- Officials followed proper protocol to issue timely warnings and ensure public safety
- Residents were alerted and evacuated in a timely manner
Cons
- Some residents experienced confusion and frustration due to the back-and-forth nature of the warning