You may notice tsunami signs when visiting Oregon's coastal destinations. Here's what they mean and how to prepare yourself in case of a disaster.

A magnitude 6.8 earthquake that rocked the bottom of the South Island struck in a seismic environment poorly understood by scientists – but which poses a major tsunami hazard. The 2.43pm quake hit ...

One hour later, the warning was canceled. The warning advised people in the tsunami hazard zone to retreat to higher ground. The tsunami hazard zone covered much of the county, including areas ...

Today’s drill, conducted by emergency services in conjunction with the Eureka National Weather Service and the Redwood Coast Tsunami Work Group, will incorporate reverse calling messages. This system ...

(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 need for ...

These maps highlight “hazard areas,” meaning areas you should leave immediately if a tsunami warning was issued. “I’d say anywhere you have people in close proximity or a large urban population in a ...

There are a number of scenarios where California could get hours of lead time ahead of a damaging tsunami. But should a quake strike close to shore, there could be little to no warning. Tsunami ...

There have been no reports of damage to coastal areas after Tuesday's 6.8 magnitude earthquake in the South Island, GNS Science says. But a small tsunami did take place.

They will also practice evacuating from a tsunami hazard zone to safety, according to a press release. “We are fortunate to live on the Pacific Rim with miles of beautiful beaches and oceanfront ...

A tsunami surge of water swept through a boat basin in Crescent City in March 2011. (Bryant Anderson / Associated Press) ...

Get Instant Summarized Text (Gist) California's coastal cities face significant tsunami flood risks, with potential inundation reaching up to 50 feet in some areas. Updated hazard maps highlight ...