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California Not at Risk of Tsunami from Taiwan Earthquake
Officials have confirmed that California and the U.S. West Coast are not at risk of a tsunami following a powerful earthquake that struck the coast of Taiwan on Tuesday evening. The earthquake, which measured 7.5 magnitude according to the U.S. Geological Survey, prompted tsunami warnings for parts of Taiwan and Japan.
The U.S. National Tsunami Warning Center conducted a thorough assessment of the earthquake and concluded that there is no threat to the West Coast. However, some areas may experience non-damaging sea level changes, though the specific locations were not specified.
California has a history of experiencing tsunamis, with more than 150 recorded since 1800, as reported by the California Geological Survey. While some tsunamis have made landfall along the coast, causing minimal fatalities or damage, there have been a few notable incidents. In March 2011, a tsunami struck California’s shores 10 hours after a devastating 9.1 earthquake in Japan. Additionally, a tsunami with 21-foot surges followed a 9.2 earthquake in Alaska in 1965, resulting in ten fatalities when it hit Crescent City, California.
It is important for residents and visitors alike to stay informed and prepared in the event of natural disasters, including tsunamis. While the recent earthquake in Taiwan may have caused concern, it is reassuring to know that California is not in danger of a tsunami as a result of this seismic activity.
For the latest updates and official information on tsunami threats and other natural disasters, be sure to follow trusted sources such as the U.S. National Tsunami Warning Center and local emergency management agencies. Stay safe and stay informed.
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University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and Protesters reach an agreement to dismantle encampment
Protesters at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee have agreed to end their pro-Palestinian encampment following an agreement reached with the school, university officials announced on Sunday. The encampment, which had been in place for two weeks, will be dismantled by Tuesday, marking the end of what was believed to be the last standing encampment at a Wisconsin college.
University officials had allowed the encampment to remain on a patch of lawn between Mitchell Hall and a busy thoroughfare on the campus’s southern boundary, opting not to involve law enforcement. This approach differed from the response at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where police were called in to remove tents after negotiations fell through. Despite initial efforts to disband the encampment, Wisconsin-Madison eventually reached an agreement with protesters to voluntarily dismantle the camp prior to commencement ceremonies.
Chancellor Mark Mone of Wisconsin-Milwaukee stated last Wednesday that the university had exhibited “the widest possible amount of patience and restraint.” However, he also cautioned that patience was wearing thin and hinted at potential action by the school. Following discussions with the UWM Popular University for Palestine Coalition, the university agreed to advocate for a cease-fire between Israel and Hamas, condemn the destruction of schools and universities in Gaza by Israeli forces, and hold meetings with protest leaders regarding university investments.
Additionally, the university pledged to urge the Water Council, a Milwaukee organization of water technology companies, to sever connections with two Israeli government-owned entities, Mekorot and the Israel Innovation Authority. Chancellor Mone serves as the treasurer on the Water Council’s board of directors.
In return for these commitments, the protesters agreed to dismantle the encampment beginning on Sunday and completing the process by Tuesday. They also agreed not to disrupt the university’s commencement ceremonies scheduled for Sunday. In a statement, the protesters expressed their satisfaction with the agreement, stating, “After hard fought edits and careful consideration by the coalition, we determined we had obtained all possible benefits from the encampment.”
The resolution of the encampment at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee represents a successful outcome of negotiations between university officials and protesters. By reaching a compromise that addresses the concerns of both parties, a peaceful resolution has been achieved, allowing for the encampment to be taken down without incident.
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