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No. Tsunamis have happened on lakes as well.
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Can tsunamis happen in rivers?
No they can't. Tsunamis only happen in the ocean.
Where do tsunamis mostly happen at?
It mostly happen in the pacific ocean
Where do tsunamis mostly happen?
It mostly happen in the pacific ocean
What countries get tsunamis?
Tsunamis or Tidal Waves can happen on any country that borders a Sea or an Ocean.
When are tsunamis likley to happen?
They can happen anytime but will always happen when an earthquake happens near or in the ocean.
Can a tsunami happen in the ocean?
Yes. Most tsunamis are in the ocean. It is rare to see them in lakes.
Are tsunamis rare?
They are very common, and they happen in the ocean. They mostly happen in the pacific ocean like the 2004 Boxing day tsunami
Why do the majority of tsunamis occur in the pacific ocean?
Tsunamis mostly occur in the Pacific Ocean because they are made because of Earthquakes and lots of earthquakes happen in the ring of fire.
When does tsunamis happen?
Tsunamis happen when an earthquake occurs on the ocean floor, causing the water to move vigorously.
Do tsunamis only happen in islands?
no
Do tsunamis only happen around islands?
No,the can happen near the United States too.but you are worse of on a island if tsunamis happen.
How popular are tsunamis?
80% of tsunamis happen in the pacific ocean. they are common in hawaii. also in japan, new zealand, even Asia
