A tsunami warning was issued for the Pacific nation of Tonga following the eruption of an underwater volcano.
The epicenter was reported below the Pacific Ocean floor, however; no tsunami alert was issued. The epicenter was reported below the Pacific Ocean floor, however; no tsunami alert was issued. Had to move to a safer location.
A tsunami alert was issued following the eruption of an underwater volcano. No damage was reported from the eruption.
However, in the videos that went viral on social media, it can be seen that in the residential areas near the coast, huge waves are entering the houses and buildings and people are running towards the high hills.
The eruption of an underwater volcano produced terrifying noises that were heard 800 km away in Fiji and dark clouds covered the sky. Satellite imagery shows a 5 km wide ash, steam and gas flame rising to 20 km.
Neighboring New Zealand's military says it is monitoring the situation and is ready to help in any emergency.
