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Tsunami Warning Canceled for USVI
- Staff Consortium
- February 08, 2025
Latest From VITEMA: Regional Tsunami Advisory CANCELED for USVI. As of 9:09 PM AST The Tsunami Advisory for the US Virgin Islands is now canceled. Original Article: Authorities have issued a Tsunami Advisory for the U.S. Virgin Islands, warning of the potential for strong currents and dangerous waves that could pose a risk to those in or near the water. Residents and visitors are urged to stay out of the water and away from beaches until further notice. Officials are monitoring the situation closely and will provide updates as more information becomes available. The advisory follows an 8.0-magnitude earthquake that struck the western Caribbean Sea near the Cayman Islands. In addition to the U.S. Virgin Islands, a tsunami warning has been issued for Puerto Rico. Officials are evaluating tide gauge data to determine the potential impact on coastal regions. The Tsunami Advisory continues to be in effect for the US Virgin Islands. Expect waves less than 1ft for duration of 6 hours begin...