That December 5th rumble off Humboldt County’s coast wasn’t just another earthquake—it triggered tsunami warnings that sent millions of Northern Californians scrambling. While the resulting wave measured a mere 5 centimeters at Arena Cove, the event laid bare an uncomfortable truth: many Californians have zero idea whether they live, work, or play in tsunami danger zones. Let’s fix that. The Hard Truth About California’s Tsunami Risk California’s relationship with tsunamis is complicated. We’re not facing daily threats like some Pacific Rim locations, but our risk isn’t theoretical either. The California Geological Survey (CGS) has spent years updating hazard maps, and … Continue reading California’s Coastline Faces Tsunami Risk: Are You Prepared?