Tsunami Information Sources

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 : 52,9 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 : Robert L. Wiegel
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 70 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Tsunamis
ISBN : UCR:31210024929596

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Tsunami Information Sources by Robert L. Wiegel Pdf

Author : E.M. Scourse,N.A. Chapman,D.R. Tappin,S.R. Wallis
Publisher : Geological Society of London
Page : 253 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2018-01-05
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781786203182

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Tsunamis by E.M. Scourse,N.A. Chapman,D.R. Tappin,S.R. Wallis Pdf

This Special Publication examines tsunami hazard and risk, with particular focus on using the geological record. With Earth’s growing population clustered increasingly on coastlines, tsunami hazards are of concern worldwide. The papers explore the sedimentological and dynamic traces of recent and prehistoric tsunamis globally – from Europe to the Pacific – as well as looking at historic records and how the information can be used to characterise the scale of impacts and areas that are most susceptible to tsunami hazards. Armed with this information, scientists can begin to quantify risks, both to populations and in economic terms. This volume is aimed both at scientists working in this field and at a wider community, interested in tsunami science and natural hazard assessment.

Author : Angeliki Barberopoulou,GNS Science (N.Z.),J. Ristau,E. D'Anastasio,X. Wang
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Forecasting
ISBN : 197219271X

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Sources of Information for Tsunami Forecasting in New Zealand by Angeliki Barberopoulou,GNS Science (N.Z.),J. Ristau,E. D'Anastasio,X. Wang Pdf

Author : PIANC MarCom
Publisher : PIANC
Page : 114 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Pacific Tsunami Warning and Mitigation System
ISBN : 9782872231843

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Mitigation of Tsunami Disasters in Ports by PIANC MarCom Pdf

Author : Boris Levin,Mikhail Nosov
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 333 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2008-10-27
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781402088568

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Physics of Tsunamis by Boris Levin,Mikhail Nosov Pdf

Till the very end of the twentieth century tsunami waves (or ‘waves in a harbour’, translated from Japanese) were considered an extremely rare and exotic natural p- nomenon, originating in the ocean and unexpectedly falling upon the seaside as gigantic waves. The 26th of December 2004, when tsunami waves wiped out, in a single day, more than 250,000 human lives, mourned in many countries, turned out to be a tragic date for all mankind. The authors of this book, who have studied tsunami waves for many years, - tended it to be a systematic exposition of modern ideas concerning • The mechanisms of tsunami wave generation • The peculiarities of tsunami wave propagation in the open ocean and of how waves run-up beaches • Methods for tsunami wave registration and the operation of a tsunami warning system • The mechanisms of other catastrophic processes in the ocean related to the se- mic activity of our planet The authors considered their main goal to be the creation of book prese- ing modern knowledge of tsunami waves and of other catastrophes in the ocean to scienti?c researchers and specialists in geophysics, oceanography, seismology, hydroacoustics, geology, geomorphology, civil and seaside engineering, postgr- uate students and students of relevant professions.

Author : Gerald T. Hebenstreit
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 283 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2013-03-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789401736183

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Tsunami Research at the End of a Critical Decade by Gerald T. Hebenstreit Pdf

This volume, derived from the 1999 International Tsunami Symposium, presents a unique look at the state of tsunami research at the end of the 20th century. It displays recent progress both in data recovery and reconstructions of historical tsunamis and in detail examination of recent disasters. It shows the tsunami community using both traditional methods of data gathering - searching archives and attempting to simulate past events - and integrating modern technologies - side-scan sonar, GPS, global communications, supercomputers - in the quest to understand tsunamis and improve mankind's ability to mitigate the disastrous consequences of these unpredictable and unstoppable events. It chronicles recent advances in mitigation efforts while illuminating the continuing need for increased efforts. The papers range from descriptive texts for the non-specialists to fairly technical discussions for those familiar with tsunami research. Audience: This book will be of interest to researchers and graduate students involved in natural hazards research, physical oceanography, seismology, environmental impact assessment and risk assessment.

Author : Y.A. Kontar,V. Santiago-Fandiño,T. Takahashi
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 472 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2013-11-04
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9789400772694

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Tsunami Events and Lessons Learned by Y.A. Kontar,V. Santiago-Fandiño,T. Takahashi Pdf

This book is a collective effort by world experts, bringing together assorted contributions presented during the Ocean Science Session OS-017, of the AOGS-AGU Joint Assembly held in Singapore in 2012 (the Asia Tsunami and Great East Japan Earthquake and Tsunami events). The chapters cover assessment, evaluation, forecast and lessons learned as well as environmental and societal impacts of the latest tsunamis that occurred in the Indian Ocean in 2004 and the Pacific Ocean in Japan 2011. The book is aimed at experts, scientists and decision makers seeking recent updated information, knowledge and experiences to better understand, quantify, forecast and protect coastal water resources, ecosystems, communities and human settlements which are often affected by tsunamis.

Author : Tad S. Murty,U. Aswathanarayana,Niru Nirupama
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 528 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2006-12-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781134140329

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The Indian Ocean Tsunami by Tad S. Murty,U. Aswathanarayana,Niru Nirupama Pdf

The Indian Ocean tsunami of December 2004 is considered to have been one of the worst natural disasters in history, affecting twelve countries, from Indonesia to Somalia. 175,000 people are believed to have lost their lives, almost 50,000 were registered as missing and 1.7 million people were displaced. As well as this horrendous toll on human life

Author : Stefano Tinti
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 225 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2013-03-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789401736206

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Tsunamis in the World by Stefano Tinti Pdf

estimate tsunami potential by computing seismic moment. This system holds promise for a new generation of local tsunami warning systems. Shuto (Japan) described his conversion of !ida's definition of tsunami magnitude to local tsunami efforts. For example, i l = 2 would equal 4 m local wave height, which would destroy wooden houses and damage most fishing boats. SimOes (Portugal) reported on a seamount-based seismic system that was located in the tsunami source area for Portugal. In summary, the risk of tsunami hazard appears to be more widespread than the Pacific Ocean Basin. It appears that underwater slumps are an important component in tsunami generation. Finally, new technologies are emerging that would be used in a new generation of tsunami warning systems. These are exciting times for tsunami researchers. OBSERVATIONS TSUNAMI DISPERSION OBSERVED IN THE DEEP OCEAN F. I. GONZALEZl and Ye. A. KULIKOV2 Ipacific Marine Environmental Laboratory, NOAA 7600 Sand Point Way, N. E. , Seattle, W A 98115 USA 2State Oceanographic Institute Kropotkinskey per. 6 Moscow 119034, Russia CIS The amplitude and frequency modulation observed in bottom pressure records of the 6 March 1988 Alaskan Bight tsunami are shown to be due to dispersion as predicted by linear wave theory. The simple wave model developed for comparison with the data is also consistent with an important qualitative feature of the sea floor displacement pattern which is predicted by a seismic fault plane deformation model, i. e. the existence of a western-subsidence/eastern-uplift dipole.

Author : Yoshito Tsuchiya †,Nobuo Shuto
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 353 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2013-03-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789401585651

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Tsunami: Progress in Prediction, Disaster Prevention and Warning by Yoshito Tsuchiya †,Nobuo Shuto Pdf

Under the auspices of the Tsunami Commission of the International Union of Geodesy and Geophysics and the International Coordination Group of the International Oceanographic Commission, the IUGGIIOC International Tsunami Symposium, TSUNAMI '93 (Sixteenth International Tsunami Symposium) was held in Wakayama, Olle of the most historical areas in the prevention of tsunami disasters in Japan, from 23 to 27 August, 1993 by the Organizing Committee of the Japan Society of Ovil Engineers, in commemoration of the International Decade for Natural Disaster Reduction. More than one hundred and fifty scientists, engineers and specialists specializing in tsunami research and mitigation of the disasters met from thirteen countries to exchange current information on technica1 advances and to discuss progress in the science. Over hundred and ten abstracts were submitted, most of which were excellent. It was specially agreed in this symposium that in the aftemoon of the third day a usual session for operational tsunami warning systems and plans for improvement is hdd, but three days for presentation and publication restrictions only permit the presentation of less than 78 papers.

Author : Mohammad Mokhtari
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
Page : 99 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2020-12-23
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781839621758

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Tsunami by Mohammad Mokhtari Pdf

This book is a collection of contributions from experts involved in tsunami study for the purpose of covering the different aspects from a tsunami at a local level, population health related to a tsunami disaster and early warning systems at a country level. The presented chapters, after being peer-reviewed, have been recommended to be accepted for publication. The content of the book consists of an introductory section that deals with the lessons learned from past tsunamis and today’s practice; the monitoring of tsunami damage using the polarimetric microwave remote sensing technique, and considering the local tsunami on Pakistan’s coast; the outbreak of devastating earthquakes; health consequences and medical provisions for the population and finally the risk of tsunamis in Mexico

Author : V. Santiago-Fandiño,Y.A. Kontar,Y. Kaneda
Publisher : Springer
Page : 337 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2014-10-29
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9783319102023

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Post-Tsunami Hazard by V. Santiago-Fandiño,Y.A. Kontar,Y. Kaneda Pdf

This monograph focuses on a variety of topics related to reconstruction and restoration in post-tsunami conditions. Aspects such as coastal engineering, early warning systems and technological approaches, urban planning and settlements relocation, socio-economic redevelopment and policy, coastal ecosystems and agricultural redevelopment as well as pollution assessment are included. The reader will benefit from the various case-studies drawn from a number of countries hit by the 2004 tsunami in the Indian Ocean and the Great East Earthquake and Tsunami of March 2011 in Japan. This book will appeal to scientists and scholars, decision makers, students and practitioners interested in post-tsunami reconstruction and restoration processes.

Author : Judy Fradin
Publisher : Disney Electronic Content
Page : 74 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2011-05-04
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781426309809

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Witness to Disaster: Tsunamis by Judy Fradin Pdf

It’s another beautiful day of your paradise vacation in South Asia. You look out onto a calm sea on this day after Christmas, already looking forward to ringing in 2005. But why is the ocean receding so far from shore? Are those fish flapping around in the sand? Something is not right. Your island getaway is about to be devastated with the 80-foot-plus waves of one of the worst tsunamis in history. The 2004 Asian Tsunami was the result of the second largest earthquake ever recorded. Lasting over eight minutes, it was also the longest on record. The quake measured 9.0 on the Richter scale, large enough to vibrate the entire planet, violent enough to move an ocean. Through eyewitness accounts and dramatic photography, the first chapter of Tsunamis puts you in the terrifying path of the wave that washed ashore in many countries. The tsunami wiped out whole communities and claimed an estimated 230,000 lives. Tsunamis explores the science, history, and personal experience of tsunamis and shows kids what scientists are doing to develop early warning systems so we can survive such disasters in the future. National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources. Visit www.natgeoed.org/commoncore for more information.

Author : Laura Sau Lin Kong,Paula K. Dunbar,Nicolás Arcos (ITIC)
Publisher : Government Printing Office
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 50,7 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. "