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Rev. Aug 12, 2019
CIVIL DEFENSE AGENCY Date: February 2, 2020
MEDIA UPDATE Time: 9:02
Frequency: n/a
Update #: 1
Incident: Local Earthquake – No Tsunami Threat
This is a Civil Defense Local Earthquake message for Sunday evening February 2.
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center reports the earthquake which occurred in the vicinity
of Kilauea Summit was not large enough to cause a tsunami for the Island of Hawaii. I say
again, there is NO TSUNAMI THREAT to the Island of Hawaii.
Preliminary data indicates that the earthquake measuring a magnitude of 4.0 was centered
in the vicinity of Kilauea Volcano.
As in all earthquakes, be aware of the possibility of after-shocks. If the earthquake was
strongly felt in your area, precautionary checks should be made for any damages; especially
to utility connections of Gas, Water, and Electricity.
You will be informed of any changes that may affect your safety.
This is your Hawaii County Civil Defense Agency.