The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center initially issued a precautionary alert for nearby coasts, which was lifted hours later after no sea level abnormalities were detected. However, experts do not rule out significant aftershocks in the coming hours.
International organizations such as the UN and the International Red Cross have already begun coordinating humanitarian aid to assist the victims. The international community has expressed its solidarity with the affected countries, and the delivery of rescue teams, food, and medicine is expected. Continue reading…