The most recent risk assessment, outlined in maps published by the California Geological Survey, illustrate the devastation ...

The updated maps — released to coincide with California's Tsunami Preparedness Week that starts March 22 — use new data and improved computer modeling to show how far inland a surge of ...

As California officially observes Tsunami Preparedness Week this week, one of the most vulnerable communities in the state is located on the Central Coast.

Residents in coastal areas are urged to familiarize themselves with evacuation routes and be prepared to move inland quickly in the event of a tsunami warning. The California Geological Survey ...

While December 2024 may feel like a lifetime ago at this stage, it was only a little over three months ago that a magnitude 7.0 earthquake off the coast of Humboldt County triggered a widespread ...

The Valdivian Earthquake, or the Great Chilean Earthquake, is the largest on record. It measured in at a magnitude of 9.5.

(TNS) — The risk of damaging flooding from a major tsunami may be greater than many realized along stretches of California’s renowned coastline, state officials say, further reinforcing the ...

A tsunami warning has been lifted for Tonga after a strong 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck near the Pacific Island country.

Roaring Sound: A loud, roaring noise from the ocean can indicate an incoming tsunami. Rapid Flooding: If you see water rapidly rising or a wall of water approaching, it is time to evacuate.