French Polynesia Authorities Warn of Tsunami Waves up to 4m High After Quake

Tsunami waves reach French Polynesia but expected to be smaller than first feared

Tsunami waves reach French Polynesia but expected to be smaller than feared

Tsunami waves began hitting the Marquesas Islands in French Polynesia early on Wednesday, but the waves were forecast to be smaller than initially feared, local authorities said.

French Polynesia authorities warn of tsunami waves up to 4m high after quake

Authorities in French Polynesia warned the population of several of the Marquesas Islands to expect tsunami waves up to 4m high after a huge quake off Russia’s Far east.

Tsunami warnings still active after Russian earthquake

Parts of South America have upgraded their tsunami threat warnings, while French Polynesia also braces for significant waves as other countries reduce their advice.

Waves of up to 4 meters expected in French Polynesia after Russia quake: authorities