California Tsunamis
Tsunami warnings, advisories, and watches for the California coast, issued by the National Weather Service. Most days there is no active tsunami threat, and that is what this page will say.
Current tsunamis in California (0)
There are no active tsunami warnings for California right now.
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That is normal. Conditions can change, so check official local guidance when weather is developing.
No active items in this snapshot
That is normal. Conditions can change, so check official local guidance when weather is developing.
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Frequently asked questions
- Is there a tsunami warning for California right now?
- The status above shows any active tsunami warning, advisory, or watch for the coast. On most days there is no active tsunami threat.
- What are the natural warning signs of a tsunami?
- A strong or long earthquake, a loud roar from the ocean, or the water suddenly pulling back from the shore. If you notice any of these on the coast, move to high ground immediately without waiting for an official warning.
About tsunamis in California
On most days there is no tsunami threat anywhere on the U.S. coast, and this page will say so. Warnings are rare and follow large offshore earthquakes.
If you are on the coast and feel a strong or long earthquake, do not wait for an official warning. Move to high ground or inland immediately; a natural warning can arrive before an official one.
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