Southeast Asia

Tsunami warnings in Vietnam

Live tsunami alert status and recent offshore earthquakes for Vietnam.

Active tsunami warnings

All clear - no active tsunami warning for Vietnam

We monitor GDACS and the US National Weather Service continuously and will show any new alert here the moment it is issued. Get instant tsunami alerts with the QuakeMate app.

Vietnam sits on or near the Pacific/Indian Ocean subduction zones, where large undersea earthquakes can generate tsunamis. It is covered by the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center and regional warning systems. The strongest recent earthquake near Vietnam was M 3.4 near LAOS-VIETNAM BORDER REGION.

Use this page to check whether there is a tsunami warning in Vietnam today, see the current tsunami risk and recent offshore earthquakes, and understand what to do if a warning is issued. For instant tsunami and earthquake alerts in Vietnam the moment they happen, the free QuakeMate tsunami & earthquake alert app sends real-time push notifications.

Tsunami alert levels

Warning

Dangerous coastal flooding and powerful currents likely. Move to high ground or inland now.

Watch

A tsunami is possible. Stay alert and be ready to act.

Advisory

Strong currents or waves dangerous near the water. Stay away from the coast.

Tsunamis in Vietnam: FAQ

Is there a tsunami warning in Vietnam right now?

There is no active tsunami warning being tracked for Vietnam right now. This page updates automatically from GDACS and the US NWS.

Can earthquakes near Vietnam cause a tsunami?

Vietnam sits on or near the Pacific/Indian Ocean subduction zones, where large undersea earthquakes can generate tsunamis. It is covered by the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center and regional warning systems. Large, shallow offshore earthquakes (roughly M7+) are the main tsunami trigger.

Has there been a tsunami in Vietnam?

Vietnam sits on or near the Pacific/Indian Ocean subduction zones, where large undersea earthquakes can generate tsunamis. It is covered by the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center and regional warning systems. Historically, tsunamis have affected this region after major offshore earthquakes. This page tracks the live alert status and recent offshore quakes so you can see current tsunami risk for Vietnam.

What should I do during a tsunami warning in Vietnam?

If a tsunami warning is issued for Vietnam, move immediately to high ground or far inland, away from the coast, rivers and harbours, and follow official local guidance - do not wait to see the wave. The QuakeMate app can alert you the moment a warning is issued near you.

Where do tsunami warnings for Vietnam come from?

QuakeMate aggregates the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center, the US National Tsunami Warning Center, and the global GDACS system. Local agencies issue the official guidance.

Is there a tsunami alert app for Vietnam?

Yes. QuakeMate is a free iOS app that sends real-time tsunami warnings and major-earthquake alerts for Vietnam, with a live map of offshore activity. Download it at quakemate.app/download.

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