Trump Issues Tsunami Warning After Historic 8.8 Quake

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A catastrophic 8.8 magnitude earthquake has struck Russia’s Far East, sending powerful tsunami waves barreling across the Pacific. Hawaii, Alaska, Japan, and the US Pacific Coast are under urgent warning. President Donald Trump has issued a message urging Americans to stay alert and stay safe as tsunami waves begin to hit shorelines. With evacuations underway and millions at risk, this developing natural disaster could unfold over several days. Here’s what you need to know right now.  WooGlobe Ref : WGA638415 For licensing and to use this video, please email licensing@wooglobe.com

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00:00A massive earthquake has just rocked the Pacific, and the world is on edge.

00:04Measuring a staggering 8.8 on the Richter scale, it's one of the strongest quakes in history.

00:10The epicenter struck Russia's Far East, triggering powerful waves that surged across the Pacific.

00:15In Severo Kurilsk, waves up to 4 meters high sent terrified residents scrambling for higher

00:20ground.

00:21And now the danger is spreading fast.

00:23Tsunami warnings have been issued for Hawaii, Alaska, Japan, and the entire Pacific coast

00:29of the U.S.

00:30The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center says waves between 1 to 3 meters could hit.

00:35In Hawaii, the first tsunami waves have already begun crashing in.

00:39The tallest?

00:40Over 4 feet high.

00:41President Donald Trump urgently addressed the nation from Truth Social.

00:45He warned Americans to stay alert and stay safe.

00:48He urged everyone in the warning zones to monitor tsunami.gov for updates.

00:53Japan, the Philippines, Chile, and even New Zealand are all bracing for impact.

00:58Nearly 2 million people have been ordered to evacuate in Japan alone.

01:03Officials stress the danger is not over.

01:04Tsunamis could continue for days, especially during high tide.

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