Massive Waves Hit U.S. Army Base in Marshall Islands

The waves caused significant damage and prompted the evacuation of non-mission personnel, with one person injured.

Massive waves hit the U.S. Army Garrison Kwajalein on the island of Roi-Namur in the Marshall Islands, causing significant damage and prompting the evacuation of non-mission personnel.
A video captured the moment a large wave broke down the doors of the base's dining hall, sweeping people and furniture inside.
One person suffered lower body injuries and was taken to a clinic on Kwajalein Island, but is now in stable condition.
An initial aerial assessment found that there was flooding on at least one-third of the northwest side of the island, including on the airport's runway and through various buildings.
Roi-Namur is a critical part of the Ronald Reagan Ballistic Missile Defense Test Site and home to various radar systems.