On July 24, an alarming 8.8 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Russia, sending shockwaves right across the Pacific. As a result, millions of Americans now face a potential tsunami threat. Shortly after the quake hit at 7:24 PM EST, residents in Hawaii were ordered to evacuate coastal areas, bracing for the impending disaster.
The tension escalated as water receded from beaches in Hawaii at 7:40 PM, signaling the possible arrival of tsunami waves. Observing the danger, California and Oregon were also placed under tsunami warnings, with the entire West Coast of the U.S. on high alert.
“We pray that we won’t lose any loved ones,” said Hawaii Governor Josh Green during a press conference.
Footage captured frantic scenes of locals rushing to stores for supplies amidst bumper-to-bumper traffic on Honolulu’s highways as they fled to higher ground. In a show of support, President Trump reached out via Truth Social, telling Americans to “STAY STRONG AND STAY SAFE.”
As evacuation efforts unfolded, the U.S. Army and Navy mobilized resources on Oahu, demonstrating the urgency of the situation. With a cautionary note, Governor Green underscored the critical importance of following safety precautions, warning residents, “it is not likely we will recover you” if swept away by the waves.