Tsunami Approaching Hawaii?

Tonight, I learned of the 8.8 magnitude earthquake in Japan.  I can only imagine the destruction and force of such a powerful earthquake.  I truly hope the people of Japan are safe.

Now, there's a warning about a possible tsunami heading towards Hawaii.  An eruption occurred at Kilauea not too long ago also, I just heard.

Mother nature is truly destructive.  I remember being in my first earthquake as a child.  It was terrifying.  I thought it was the scariest thing ever without realizing that it was nothing in comparison to larger scale earthquakes.  I also always thought that earthquakes only shook the ground, but I learned otherwise.  Earthquakes not only shake the earth, but tilt the ground. 

I remember eating dinner and having everything slide towards me because the earth titled upwards.  I was so shaken that I stared outside the window for hours, while my grandparents laughed at me for being so silly because the earthquake was only minor compared to other ones they have felt.  I sure cannot handle earthquakes!  There's no where to hide.

Although the earthquake I experienced was minor, years later, another earthquake hit my grandparent's village. This time, it was not a laughing matter because the roof collapsed, destroying their home.  Many of their neighbors were trapped in their homes and had to be rescued.   

I hope that in a few hours, all will be calm.  I guess only time will tell.  For now, here is a clip of the unfolding drama.  I know people are starting to panic, but hopefully this will be another false alarm.