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No Tsunami Threat to California After 7.8 Philippines Quake

08 June 2026 11:26

California officials have confirmed no tsunami threat to the state after a 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck the Southern Philippines on June 8. - The earthquake caused 32 deaths and over 200 injuries, with significant damage in nearby cities.

- Tsunami waves were observed in the Philippines, Indonesia, Palau, Japan, and Australia, but not in California. - The U.S.

Embassy in the Philippines is monitoring the situation and ready to support response efforts. The earthquake, categorized as Level IX intensity, triggered aftershocks and potential landslides in hilly areas.

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