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US tsunami warning center says no threat to Pacific Islands following quake
Publication: RNZ Pacific Headlines
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Source published: 09/10/2026, 19:45:25 UTC
Briefing created: 24/10/2026, 20:40:29 UTC
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Briefings
A US tsunami warning center issued a final warning stating no further threat to Guam, the Northern Marianas, and American Samoa after a major earthquake in Panama. This conclusion follows a significant seismic event that triggered the initial alert, with the center confirming the risk has dissipated. The decision was made after reviewing the seismic data and tsunami models generated from the quake's energy release.
Key points
- The US tsunami warning center confirmed no further threat to Guam, the Northern Marianas, and American Samoa following the Panama earthquake.
- The decision was based on the seismic data and tsunami models generated from the quake's energy release, which indicated the risk had dissipated.
Context
A major earthquake occurred in Panama, triggering an initial tsunami warning for the Pacific Islands. The US tsunami warning center subsequently reviewed the seismic data and models to issue a final warning, confirming the risk had dissipated.
Limitations
The evidence is limited to the center's statement that no further threat exists. It does not specify the exact magnitude of the Panama quake, the time of the initial warning, or the specific duration of the risk period.
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