The West Coast is under a tsunami advisory. Here's what that means.

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The West Coast is under a tsunami advisory. Here's what that means.
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Tonga's volcanic eruption could hit the US with a tsunami. Even if no catastrophically large waves hit, flooding and dangerous currents are still possible.

only minor flooding from the event. While there are no catastrophic waves anticipated in the continental US, coastal residents should still take precautions. Powerful and dangerous currents are possible, according to the NWS National Tsunami Warning Center, as well as perilous waves.

At the very least, people close to the coast are advised to “move out of the water, off the beach, and away from harbors, marinas, breakwaters, bays and inlets.” Do not go to the shore in an attempt to observe the tsunami waves. Read more about when tsunami conditions are forecasted to begin in your area

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