
Comprehensive Guide to Tsunami Preparedness and Understanding Tsunami Warnings | mrk.news
What Are Tsunamis? Tsunami preparedness Tsunamis are powerful, long ocean waves typically triggered by undersea earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, or landslides. These waves can travel at speeds exceeding 500 miles per hour across the ocean, building up to massive heights when they reach shallow coastal waters. Unlike regular ocean waves driven by wind, tsunamis are caused…