Tsunami Threat Passes After Powerful Pacific Earthquake
A powerful earthquake struck the Pacific Ocean early Monday morning, prompting tsunami alerts for areas closest to the epicenter. The USGS reported a magnitude 7.1 quake about 56 miles southeast of Pangai, Tonga, at a depth of 6 miles. Shaking was felt in nearby towns, including Pangai and Nukualofa. Tsunami waves were observed along several … Read more