Tsunami Advisory Downgraded in Southern California After Japan Quake

Tsunami Advisory Downgraded in SoCal

• 🌊 A Tsunami Advisory for coastal areas in Southern California has been downgraded to a Tsunami Watch.
• 💡 This downgrade brings a sigh of relief as the immediate threat diminishes.
• 📌 The initial advisory was issued following a massive earthquake near Russia.

Impact and Observations in Southern California

• 📉 In Marina del Rey, the water is currently very calm with very little impact observed.
• ⚠️ The first waves were predicted around 1:00 a.m. and could last up to 9 hours, according to the US Tsunami Warning Center.
• 🚫 Beaches, harbors, and waterways remain closed in several Southland communities, including LA County and Orange County.
• 🗣️ One observer noted the difference in the water's ripple effect and the scary, strong currents.

Tsunami Activity in Japan

• 🇯🇵 Japan also reported waves of 4 feet hitting northern ports, which have since downgraded their tsunami warnings to advisories.
• ⚠️ No significant damage has been reported in Japan so far.

Advisory Status in Northern California

• 📍 In Santa Barbara County, a Tsunami Advisory remains in place for Stearns Wharf.
• ⚠️ This advisory warns of potential strong currents and possible flooding in beach and harbor areas.

Expert Insights and Current Status

• 🔬 World-renowned seismologist Dr. Lucy Jones stated that tsunami waves could persist until 10:00 a.m. in Southern California.
• 🚨 While most of Southern California is now under a watch, areas from Santa Barbara into Central California remain under an advisory.
• 🏠 No evacuation orders have been put in place, but people in Marina del Rey were reportedly told to evacuate boats in the harbor.