No tsunami threat to Hawaii after earthquake rocks Kau
A magnitude 4.4 struck just off the Kau coast of Hawaii island Thursday afternoon, but was too small to generate a tsunami.
The U.S. Geological Survey said the quake, which shook at about 3:17 p.m., was centered about 4.5 miles southeast of Pahala and 44.5 miles south-southwest of Hilo at a depth of 7.6 miles.
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center confirmed that the quake did not generate a tsunami.
Hawaii County Civil Defense Agency officials said, “As in all earthquakes, be aware of the possibility of after-shocks. If the earthquake was strongly felt in your area, please check for any damages, including but not limited to structural and gas, water, and electrical utilities.”
To report any damage, go to www.hawaiicounty.gov/civil-defense.
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