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Meteorologists study the atmosphere not the ground so No.
However Geologists did know there was a Tsunami coming and warnings were issued.
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How can you see a tsunami coming?
You can't see a tsunami coming, but you can tell by if the water level has drawn back significantly.
Where did the japan tsunami hit and where did it not hit?
This tsunami traveled over half the globe across the Pacific Ocean. The first waves hit Hawaii about 9 a.m. EST (1400 GMT) Friday and traveled across the Pacific from Alaska to Chile. To see the global extent of the Japan Tsunami you should see this animation showing how the tsunami traveled. This video clip was created by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
Did Indonesia and Thailand see the tsunami coming in 2004 with their technology?
No. At the the time there was no tsunami warning center in the Indian Ocean. They received no warning. The first indication anyone in Indonesia got was the ocean receding before the tsunami struck, but most people did not know that this was a sign of a tsunami.
What do you do if you see a tsunami coming?
Run for your life in the opposite direction!!
How many people missing from japan after the tsunami?
As of 16 June 2011 15,372 deaths from the earthquake and tsunami have been confirmed. It is almost impossible to determine what was the cause of death for each individual. See the related link.
How can you see a tsunami coming?
You can't see a tsunami coming, but you can tell by if the water level has drawn back significantly.
What do they need in Japan now and how can you help?
You can donate to the Japan Quake and Tsunami Relief program. See related link.
What are the coordinates of the Japan earthquake and tsunami?
The epicenter for the magnitude 9.0 earthquake in Japan on March 11, 2011 was located at 38.297°N, 142.372°E. The tsunami originated from the epicenter. For a map showing how the tsunami traveled around the world see related question below.
What is the status of the tsunami watch on the west coast?
See the related link to view a map of the warning levels for the West Coast in the wake of the 2011 Japan earthquake and tsunami.
Where did the japan tsunami hit first?
The tsunami triggered from Japan's earthquake originated off the east coast of the Oshika Peninsula, Tōhoku near Sendai, Japan. This tsunami traveled over half the globe across the Pacific Ocean. The first waves hit Hawaii about 9 a.m. EST (1400 GMT) Friday and traveled across the Pacific from Alaska to Chile.To see the global extent of the Japan Tsunami you should see this amazing animation showing how the tsunami traveled. This video clip was created by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) along with a Google Earth KML model.NOAA's Tsunami Wave Height Model visualization estimates the wave heights of the tsunami originating from the devastating earthquake which struck Japan on 11th March 2011.See related links below for the animation, KML, and more information.
Was china affected by the tsunami?
No doubt it was. However, Japan sits between the epicenter and mainland China, so probably most or all of the tsunami's energy was absorbed by Japan. For additional information, please see the Related Link below.
Where did the japan tsunami hit and where did it not hit?
This tsunami traveled over half the globe across the Pacific Ocean. The first waves hit Hawaii about 9 a.m. EST (1400 GMT) Friday and traveled across the Pacific from Alaska to Chile. To see the global extent of the Japan Tsunami you should see this animation showing how the tsunami traveled. This video clip was created by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
Did Indonesia and Thailand see the tsunami coming in 2004 with their technology?
No. At the the time there was no tsunami warning center in the Indian Ocean. They received no warning. The first indication anyone in Indonesia got was the ocean receding before the tsunami struck, but most people did not know that this was a sign of a tsunami.
What do you do if you see a tsunami coming?
Run for your life in the opposite direction!!
How many people missing from japan after the tsunami?
As of 16 June 2011 15,372 deaths from the earthquake and tsunami have been confirmed. It is almost impossible to determine what was the cause of death for each individual. See the related link.
Where in Japan was first hit by the Tsunami?
The first recorded tsunami that hit Japan occurred off the shore of the Kii Peninsula, Nankaido, Shikoku, Kii, and Awaji region. It has been estimated to be a magnitude 8.4- Nancy-
What big problem did japan have when the tsunami struck at a nuclear power plant in japan?
Notably , the main problem was to try to keep the reactors cool and try to prevent meltdowns ~ see related link below .
