West
Tsunami warning for Northern California, Oregon canceled
A rare tsunami warning issued for coastal areas in Northern California and Oregon was canceled following a 7.0 magnitude earthquake on Thursday morning.
Gov. Gavin Newsom was briefed on the quake that occurred north of San Francisco in Humboldt County, and was meeting with emergency officials, his office said. The quake prompted the tsunami warning from Davenport to 10 miles south of Florence, Oregon.
The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office initially warned residents to evacuate the area before the alert was rescinded. However, the agency did warn people in the area to be prepared for aftershocks.
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People watch the waves come in after an earthquake was felt widely across Northern California at Ocean Beach in San Francisco, Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024. (AP Photo/Haven Daley)
The warning was canceled about 1.5 hours after the earthquake.
“The tsunami Warning is canceled for the coastal areas of California and Oregon,” the National Weather Service wrote on X. “No tsunami danger presently exists for this area. This will be the final U.S. National Tsunami Warning Center message for this event.”
The earthquake struck about 10:45 a.m. in the city of Petrolia, roughly 50 miles from Eureka.
“If you are located in this coastal area, move inland to higher ground,” the National Weather Service warning read.
The NWS initially warned of powerful waves that could impact coastal areas. The warning forced the San Francisco Zoo to close.
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“Guests have been evacuated, animals secured and staff have moved to higher ground,” it said on social media.
The city’s emergency management agency warned people to stay out of the water and away from beaches, harbors, marina docks, and piers and move at least one block inland.
An aerial view of the city of San Francisco skyline and the Golden Gate Bridge in California, October 28, 2021. (Reuters/Carlos Barria)
“We are activating our Emergency Operations Center in response to the Tsunami Warning. Please move off the coast and at least one block inland,” San Francisco Mayor London Breed wrote on X. “Public safety personnel are deploying to the coast to warn people to move inland. We will continue to provide updates as we have them.”
No tsunami warning was issued for San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Ventura or Los Angeles counties, but the areas were still being evaluated for potential tsunami impacts, the state Office of Emergency Management said.
Despite the cancelation of the warning, authorities recommended everyone to stay away from coastal areas because of rising tides.
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Alaska
Seward pilot helps rescue harbour seal pups from remote Alaska location – Homer News
Seward pilot helps rescue harbour seal pups from remote Alaska location
Published 9:30 pm Friday, July 3, 2026
A pair of harbour seal pups have a second chance at life thanks to the efforts of a Seward pilot.
The Alaska SeaLife Center (ASLC) recently admitted two harbor seal pups to the Wildlife Response Program, both making the nearly 300-mile trip to the ASLC with a Seward pilot who volunteered to pick up and transport the seals from the remote location.
“The first pup was found in the waters outside of Cordova with injuries that suggest she may have become entangled in a gillnet. The presence of a fresh umbilical cord indicated that she was likely only recently born, possibly less than 24 hours old,” according to ASLC.
After receiving approval from NOAA, the ASLC team worked with local Seward pilot Duke Marolf and partners in Cordova to transport the pup to the ASLC for rehabilitation. Cordova is a remote area with no main road access, so travel often depends on planes or ferries.
Once the seal arrived at the center, the veterinary team performed an initial admit exam. Their primary concern was a large laceration on the pup’s body, along with several areas where the fur appeared compressed or cut. An eye injury was initially suspected, but further examination confirmed that the blood around the eye had originated from another wound. While the ASLC team worked to stabilize the first patient, another report of a seal pup came from an Island west of Cordova.
“The second pup was spotted alone on a beach in Boswell Bay on Hinchinbrook Island, unusually far from the water. With no adult seals observed in the area, the pup’s condition raised concerns, particularly as she showed signs of severe dehydration,” noted a release from ASLC.
The pup was monitored overnight to confirm that an adult seal did not return. As concerns for the pup grew, including observations of an eagle repeatedly following it along the beach, NOAA authorized its transport to the ASLC for rehabilitation.
Marolf and his wife Pamela Eiting again volunteered to transport the pup back to the center in their plane, this time flying to the even more remote Hinchinbrook Island to pick up the seal and transport her back to the ASLC.
“What an experience to be able to fly out to an island to pick up an abandoned seal pup. I was able to join Duke for the trip to pick up the second seal, keeping him company and helping keep an eye on the pup during the flight home,” said Eiting.
“What stood out most to me about the whole experience was how much of a team effort these rescues really are. From the people who first notice and report the animals, to the Troopers, local residents, pilots, and the Alaska SeaLife Center staff, everyone plays a part in giving these wild animals a chance, and Duke and I are so grateful to be a part of it,”
The main concerns found by the ASLC veterinary team upon the initial admit exam for this second pup were significant dehydration, malnourishment, and an ulcer in one eye. The team is currently providing initial stabilizing treatments for both seal pups, and continue to examine the patients further to understand the severity of their conditions.
It is essential to give seals and their pups space and share coastal areas responsibly during this peak in pupping season for harbor seals. Do not approach, touch, or attempt to move a seal pup. Keep children and pets at a safe distance from haul-out sites and known pupping areas. Approaching or disturbing a marine mammal can cause serious harm to the animal, put people at risk, and may result in violations of the Marine Mammal Protection Act. Responsible viewing ensures that these young animals have the best chance to grow and survive in the wild.
If you do see a marine animal in distress in the state of Alaska, call the ASLC Stranded Marine Animal Hotline at 1-888-774-SEAL (7325). The ASLC team is available to answer calls to the hotline daily from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. If they are unable to answer or the call is after hours, leave a detailed message and they will return your call as soon as possible.
Arizona
Arizona boy named Disneyland’s one billionth guest on his 8th birthday in memorable ceremony
An Arizona boy received the present of a lifetime while celebrating his birthday at the Happiest Place on Earth when he was honored as the one billionth guest at the California theme park.
Andres Robles, 8, walked through the gates of Disneyland Resort Friday morning ready to celebrate his 8th birthday with his parents when he received the heartfelt surprise, DisneyParksBlog reported.
The birthday boy and his parents Alejandra and Jose attended a ceremony at the Main Street USA train station platform where the beaming 8-year-old unveiled a sign showcasing the updated population of the theme park.
“Population 1,000,000,000,” read the sign.
Fittingly, Mickey and Minnie Mouse were in attendance for the special ceremony, as well as their friends Daisy and Donald Duck.
The birthday celebrations for the youngster continued after the ceremony when he was gifted with a VIP tour guide for the day — which can start at a whopping $3,500 for the luxury service.
The lucky family was treated to a tour of Walt Disney’s private apartment located on park grounds as well as the new Soarin’ Across America attraction commemorating America’s 250th birthday.
“The Robles family visit is just one of the many lifelong memories that have been created here at Disneyland Resort,” the blog wrote.
“From vacations and reunions to birthdays and more, generations of families and friends have come to Disneyland Resort to have fun together.”
Disneyland Resort — which encompasses Disneyland and Disney California Adventure — celebrated its 70th anniversary last year.
Known as the Happiest Place on Earth, Disneyland “has served as the inspiration behind the creation of more Disney theme parks and experiences across the globe,” according to DisneyParksBlog.
“Today, Disneyland continues its legacy as a worldwide icon and industry leader in entertainment and theme park experiences.”
“The resort continues to invest in creativity, technology and innovation to bring storytelling to new heights, while fulfilling Walt Disney’s vision that ‘Disneyland will never be complete as long as there is imagination left in the world,’” the blog added.
Colorado
Where to watch San Francisco Giants vs Colorado Rockies: TV channel, start time, streaming for July 4
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The 2026 MLB season has surpassed the quarter mark, and after each team’s first 40 games, there’s plenty of reasons to tune in all summer long.
Chicago White Sox slugger Munetaka Murakami has already proven doubters wrong by launching 17 home runs, Pittsburgh’s Paul Skenes consistently looks like the best version of himself on the mound and Milwaukee ace Jacob Misiorowski is throwing harder than any starter in the majors.
The MLB action continues on Saturday as the San Francisco Giants visit the Colorado Rockies.
Here’s everything you need to know to tune in for the first pitch.
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What time is San Francisco Giants vs Colorado Rockies?
First pitch between the Colorado Rockies and San Francisco Giants is scheduled for 8:10 p.m. (ET) on Saturday, July 4.
How to watch San Francisco Giants vs Colorado Rockies on Saturday
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