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Start with these foundational guides to understand tsunami risk and how to stay safe.

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Tsunami Education

What Is a Tsunami? Understanding One of Nature's Most Powerful Forces

A tsunami is one of the most powerful natural hazards on Earth. Here is a clear guide to what a tsunami is, how it forms, how it travels, and what to do if a warning is issued.

June 25, 2026·10 min
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Tsunami Education

Pacific Ring of Fire Explained: Why Most of the World's Earthquakes and Tsunamis Happen Here

The Pacific Ring of Fire is responsible for the majority of the world's largest earthquakes, most of its active volcanoes, and some of the most powerful tsunamis ever recorded. Here is why.

July 1, 2026·8 min
Scientists at a tsunami monitoring centre tracking earthquake and ocean data on large screens
Tsunami Warning Systems

How Tsunami Warning Systems Work: From Earthquake Detection to Public Alerts

A complete guide to how global tsunami warning systems detect earthquakes, assess tsunami risk, and issue alerts — from seismic networks and DART buoys to the agencies and technology that protect coastal communities worldwide.

June 29, 2026·10 min
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Tsunami Education

What Causes Tsunamis? Understanding the Forces Behind These Powerful Ocean Waves

Tsunamis are among the most powerful natural hazards on Earth. Here is a clear guide to the major causes of tsunamis — from undersea earthquakes to volcanic eruptions, landslides, and more.

June 27, 2026·9 min
Regional

Regional Tsunami Risks

Detailed risk profiles for tsunami-prone coastal destinations around the world.

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Regional Tsunami Risks

Can a Tsunami Reach Hawaii? Understanding Hawaii's Tsunami Risk

Hawaii is one of the most beautiful destinations in the world — but its location in the middle of the Pacific Ocean also places it in one of the world's most tsunami-exposed regions.

August 15, 2026·9 min
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Regional Tsunami Risks

Can a Tsunami Reach California? Understanding the Real Risk

California is famous for its coastline — but is it also at risk from tsunamis? Here is what the historical record and hazard science actually show.

July 14, 2026·9 min
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Regional Tsunami Risks

Can a Tsunami Reach Alaska? Understanding Alaska's Tsunami Risk

When people think about tsunamis, Alaska rarely comes to mind first. But Alaska is one of the most tsunami-prone regions in North America — with a history of powerful earthquakes and devastating waves that have reached coastlines thousands of miles away.

July 4, 2026·8 min
Travel

Travel Safety

Essential safety guidance for travellers visiting coastal destinations around the world.

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Travel Safety

Traveling With Tsunami Shield: Staying Informed Before, During, and After Coastal Travel

Travel should be exciting, relaxing, and memorable. Here is how Tsunami Shield helps travelers stay informed before, during, and after coastal travel, wherever their journey takes them.

June 28, 2026·8 min
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Travel Safety

Travel Safety for Japan Visitors: Understanding Earthquakes, Tsunamis, and Preparedness While Visiting Japan

Japan is one of the world's most fascinating travel destinations. Here is what every visitor needs to know about earthquakes, tsunamis, and simple preparedness while exploring the country.

July 7, 2026·9 min
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Travel Safety

Travel Safety for Hawaii Visitors: Earthquakes, Tsunamis, Volcanoes, and Preparedness Tips for Travelers

Hawaii is one of the world's most popular travel destinations. Here is what every visitor should know about earthquakes, tsunamis, volcanoes, and simple preparedness for a safe and confident trip.

August 12, 2026·8 min
History

Historical Tsunami Events

Learn from the world's most significant tsunami events and the lessons they left behind.

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Historical Tsunami Events

The 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami Explained: One of the Deadliest Natural Disasters in Modern History

On December 26, 2004, a magnitude 9.1 earthquake triggered a tsunami that claimed more than 230,000 lives across the Indian Ocean. Here is what happened, why the death toll was so high, and what changed as a result.

June 29, 2026·10 min
Aerial view of coastal devastation in northeastern Japan following the 2011 tsunami
Historical Tsunami Events

The 2011 Japan Tsunami Explained: Lessons From One of the Most Powerful Earthquakes Ever Recorded

On March 11, 2011, a magnitude 9.0 earthquake struck off northeastern Japan, triggering a devastating tsunami and nuclear crisis. Here is what happened, what made it so significant, and what it changed.

July 19, 2026·10 min
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