Update, 11:30 a.m. : The tsunami advisory previously issued for the Humboldt County coastline has been cancelled.
The Humboldt County Sheriff's Office issued a press release earlier, saying that the remaining tsunami precautions have been lifted, but reminding the public to still exercise caution near the ocean and not enter the water until "conditions stabilize."
Press release from HCSO:
The Tsunami Advisory previously issued for the Humboldt County coastline has been cancelled.
The advisory was lifted following updates from the National Tsunami Warning Center and coordination with state and federal emergency partners. While there is no longer a tsunami threat to Humboldt County, residents and visitors are urged to remain cautious, as strong currents and hazardous water conditions may still persist along the coast, in harbors and in bays.
Beachgoers are advised to exercise caution and stay out of the water until conditions stabilize.
The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office of Emergency Services will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as needed, otherwise this will be the final communication for this incident.Be Prepared
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Following an 8.7 earthquake off the coast of Kamchatka yesterday evening, that caused some small tsunami waves to hit Crescent City, coastal areas of Humboldt and Del Norte counties have been placed on a "tsunami advisory."
"Tsunami advisories mean that a tsunami capable of producing strong currents or waves dangerous to persons in or very near the water is expected or is already occurring," the National Weather Service stated in an announcement. "Areas in the advisory should not expect widespread inundation. Tsunamis are a series of waves dangerous many hours after initial arrival time. The first wave may not be the largest."
The California coast, along with Oregon and Washington, was placed on a "tsunami watch," shortly after the quake, and was then upgraded to "advisory," which then became a tsunami "warning."
Crescent City was hit by some waves, which turned out to be smaller than initially predicted. You can see the activity on the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) website.
The coast was downgraded to "advisory" again earlier this morning. Though there is no longer real cause for concern, it is important to remember to continue to keep your distance from the ocean today, as strong currents and waves may continue to arrive for some time.
Continuing to stay off the beaches and harbors would be wise, and certainly don't enter the surf.
