Caribbean Tsunami Hazard

Author : Aurelio Mercado-irizarry,Philip L-f Liu
Publisher : World Scientific
Page : 362 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2006-02-08
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789814479103

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Caribbean Tsunami Hazard - Proceedings Of The Nsf Caribbean Tsunami Workshop by Aurelio Mercado-irizarry,Philip L-f Liu Pdf

This book aims to present the overall existing tsunami hazard in the Caribbean Sea region, a region which is typically only associated with hurricanes. It initially presents an overview of all of the existing tsunami-causing factors found in the region: earthquakes, sub-aerial and submarine landslides, and submarine explosions. This is followed by field evidence of recent and pre-historic tsunami events, which gives credibility to all of this effort. The next section is a description of the tsunami hazard mitigation efforts being carried out locally and in collaboration with national and international programs. The final part is dedicated to the presentation of related recent research results.

Author : Aurelio Mercado-Irizarry,Philip L. F. Liu
Publisher : World Scientific
Page : 364 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789812565358

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Caribbean Tsunami Hazard by Aurelio Mercado-Irizarry,Philip L. F. Liu Pdf

This book aims to present the overall existing tsunami hazard in the Caribbean Sea region, a region which is typically only associated with hurricanes. It initially presents an overview of all of the existing tsunami-causing factors found in the region: earthquakes, sub-aerial and submarine landslides, and submarine explosions. This is followed by field evidence of recent and pre-historic tsunami events, which gives credibility to all of this effort. The next section is a description of the tsunami hazard mitigation efforts being carried out locally and in collaboration with national and international programs. The final part is dedicated to the presentation of related recent research results.

Author : K.F. O'Loughlin,James F. Lander
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 286 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2013-06-29
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789401703215

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Caribbean Tsunamis by K.F. O'Loughlin,James F. Lander Pdf

Caribbean Tsunamis - A 500-Year History from 1498-1998 broadly characterizes the nature of tsunamis in the Caribbean Sea, while bearing in mind both scientific aspects as well as potential interest by the many governments and populations likely to be affected by the hazard. Comprehension of the nature of tsunamis and past effects is crucial for the awareness and education of populations at risk. Audience: This book provides a thorough, yet highly accessible review of tsunamis in the Caribbean. It is of interest not only to tsunami and natural hazards specialists at academia and governmental institutes, but also to policy makers and to the general public.

Author : National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Ocean Studies Board,Committee on the Review of the Tsunami Warning and Forecast System and Overview of the Nation's Tsunami Preparedness
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2011-04-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780309137539

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Tsunami Warning and Preparedness by National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Ocean Studies Board,Committee on the Review of the Tsunami Warning and Forecast System and Overview of the Nation's Tsunami Preparedness Pdf

Many coastal areas of the United States are at risk for tsunamis. After the catastrophic 2004 tsunami in the Indian Ocean, legislation was passed to expand U.S. tsunami warning capabilities. Since then, the nation has made progress in several related areas on both the federal and state levels. At the federal level, NOAA has improved the ability to detect and forecast tsunamis by expanding the sensor network. Other federal and state activities to increase tsunami safety include: improvements to tsunami hazard and evacuation maps for many coastal communities; vulnerability assessments of some coastal populations in several states; and new efforts to increase public awareness of the hazard and how to respond. Tsunami Warning and Preparedness explores the advances made in tsunami detection and preparedness, and identifies the challenges that still remain. The book describes areas of research and development that would improve tsunami education, preparation, and detection, especially with tsunamis that arrive less than an hour after the triggering event. It asserts that seamless coordination between the two Tsunami Warning Centers and clear communications to local officials and the public could create a timely and effective response to coastal communities facing a pending tsuanami. According to Tsunami Warning and Preparedness, minimizing future losses to the nation from tsunamis requires persistent progress across the broad spectrum of efforts including: risk assessment, public education, government coordination, detection and forecasting, and warning-center operations. The book also suggests designing effective interagency exercises, using professional emergency-management standards to prepare communities, and prioritizing funding based on tsunami risk.

Author : Phil R. Cummins,Laura S. L. Kong,Kenji Satake
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 309 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2009-04-20
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783034600576

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Tsunami Science Four Years After the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami by Phil R. Cummins,Laura S. L. Kong,Kenji Satake Pdf

The tragedy of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami has led to a rapid expansion in science directed at understanding tsunami and mitigating their hazard. A remarkable cross-section of this research was presented in the session: Tsunami Generation and Hazard, at the International Union of Geodesy and Geophysics XXIV General Assembly in Perugia, held in July of 2007. Over one hundred presentations were made at this session, spanning topics ranging from paleotsunami research, to nonlinear shallow-water theory, to tsunami hazard and risk assessment. A selection of this work, along with other contributions from leading tsunami scientists, is published in detail in the 28 papers of this special issue of Pure and Applied Geophysics: Tsunami Science Four Years After the Indian Ocean Tsunami. Part I of this issue includes 14 papers covering the state-of-the-art in tsunami modelling and hazard assessment. Another 14 papers are published in Part II focusing on observations and data analysis.

Author : S.Andal
Publisher : Archers & Elevators Publishing House
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2024-06-30
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : 9788194988960

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Awareness Of Tsunami Among Higher Secondary Students In Coastal Area Schools by S.Andal Pdf

Author : Mario Cotilla Rodriguez
Publisher : Mario Cotilla Rodriguez
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2024-06-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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SOME GLIMPSES OF THE TSUNAMIGENIC POTENTIAL OF THE CARIBBEAN REGION by Mario Cotilla Rodriguez Pdf

Primer libro de la temática tsunamigénica en la Región del Caribe, con un análisis de eventos mundiales, contiene un catalogo. Hay mas de 200 referencias de la temática con ilustraciones y gráficos

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Natural Resources Canada
Page : 269 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2024-06-30
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Geological Survey of Canada, Open File 6552 by Anonim Pdf

Author : Mohammad Mokhtari
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2011-12-16
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789533074313

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Tsunami by Mohammad Mokhtari Pdf

The objective of this multi-disciplinary book is to provide a collection of expert writing on different aspects of pre- and post- tsunami developments and management techniques. It is intended to be distributed within the scientific community and among the decision makers for tsunami risk reduction. The presented chapters have been thoroughly reviewed and accepted for publication. It presents advanced methods for tsunami measurement using Ocean-bottom pressure sensor, kinematic GPS buoy, satellite altimetry, Paleotsunami, Ionospheric sounding, early warning system, and scenario based numerical modeling. It continues to present case studies from the Northern Caribbean, Makran region and Tamil Nadu coast in India. Furthermore, classifying tsunamis into local, regional and global, their possible impact on the region and its immediate vicinity is highlighted. It also includes the effects of tsunami hazard on the coastal environment and infrastructure (structures, lifelines, water resources, bridges, dykes, etc.); and finally the need for emergency medical response preparedness and the prevention of psychological consequences of the affected survivors has been discussed.

Author : Laura Sau Lin Kong,Paula K. Dunbar,Nicolás Arcos (ITIC)
Publisher : Government Printing Office
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : History
ISBN : STANFORD:36105050684591

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Pacific Tsunami Warning System by Laura Sau Lin Kong,Paula K. Dunbar,Nicolás Arcos (ITIC) Pdf

NOTE: NO FURTHER DICOUNT FOR THIS ITEM- OVERSTOCK SALE- Significantly reduced price The Pacific Tsunami Warning System, commonly referred to as the PTWS, has come far in the last five decades since its formation in 1965. This book describes significant tsunami events, presents the history of the PTWS design and implementation and its milestones. It also reviews main scientific and technological aspects of tsunami detection and warning, and discuses its managerial, educational, and societal dimensions. A brief introduction is given to each of the key partners in the PTWS that together make the whole system work. Additionally, the reader will find Member State perspectives and views on the PTWS's future development. "

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Science
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 136 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Science
ISBN : STANFORD:36105050395511

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Tsunamis by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Science Pdf

Author : United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Appropriations. Subcommittee on the Department of the Interior and Related Agencies
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 2202 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Political Science
ISBN : MINN:31951D02598049O

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Department of the Interior and Related Agencies Appropriations for Fiscal Year 2007 by United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Appropriations. Subcommittee on the Department of the Interior and Related Agencies Pdf

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Appropriations. Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 2204 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Law
ISBN : MINN:31951D02598053X

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Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations for 2007: Justification of the budget estimates: U.S. Geological Survey, Minerals Management Service by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Appropriations. Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Pdf

Author : United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Appropriations
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 2204 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Electronic
ISBN : PSU:000058157329

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Department of the Interior and Related Agencies Appropriations for ... by United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Appropriations Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 2204 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Electronic
ISBN : UOM:39015085444076

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Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations For 2007, Part 2, 109-2 Hearings, * by Anonim Pdf