Tsunami Advisory for California and Oregon

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A tsunami advisory for the coast of California & Oregon has been issued by the WCATWC.

Stay off the beaches until an all-clear is issued by local authorities.

Forecasts indicate that a tsunami with amplitudes in the range of 20 cm to 65 cm is expected along the California & Oregon coast. Tsunamis of this amplitude can generate strong currents dangerous to those very near or in the ocean. The tsunami is expected to build & reach its maximum approximately one & a half hours after the initial arrival.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION STAY TUNED TO NOAA WEATHER RADIO.