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Did the scientists detect the tsunami 2004 in time to warn people?
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∙ 14y ago
yes they did shortly before, however there was no warning system in place so they could not trigger an alarm. They knew that there would be tragedy, but with no major warning system there was nothing they could do in time.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 15y agoNo. No one can know about a tsunami before it happens. But people can be warned about it before it arrives at their location - if there is time. In many (not all) countries, early warning systems are in place (though they may have limited effect). The United States has been working with other countries, mainly those bordering the Pacific Ocean, in developing and stationing tsunami detecting equipment to provide early detection. It is also working to aid in setting up evacuation plans and placing some emergency stores for use if the the unthinkable (but probable) happens.
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∙ 13y agoIf you are referring to the 2004 Indian ocean tsunami then yes. Warnings were issued in several countries in Africa before the tsunami hit. Unfortunately it was already to late fore most other places.
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∙ 13y agoIt depends on the distance away from the coast that the tsunami is. If you are uncertain, I would recommend getting to higher ground, in case the tsunami is near. Do not attempt to warn others if it means risking your own safety - it is advisable to leave evacuating and rescuing to trained people or officials.
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∙ 12y agoIt is possible, and a system is being developed and put in place for the areas of the Pacific most prone to them. How much lead time a warning will provide depends on the distance between the seismic event under the ocean and the Coastlines that the tsunami will affect. But even a few minutes warning, if heeded, will go a long way to save hundreds and possibly thousands of lives.
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∙ 15y agono ,they didn't because they didn't no it would have happened so they couldn't have told anyone.
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∙ 14y agoReports say that it arrived in Samoa just as the tsunami was about to hit. Seconds really. So I say, no. It did not arrive on time. :(
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∙ 12y agono, noone knew the tsunami was coming although most people knew there was a possibility
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