the tide will go out unnusally far causing the water to go very shallow
Meteorologists study the atmosphere not the ground so No. However Geologists did know there was a Tsunami coming and warnings were issued.
There are no atmospheric conditions that portend a tsunami because a tsunami is just a wave, not at all tied to the atmosphere.
where should people go when a tsunami is coming
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.
There are two main reasons. First, at the time, there was no tsunami warning system for the Indian Ocean, only for the Pacific. Second, most people, even most educated Western tourists, did not know the warning signs of a tsunami.
There is currently no indication of a tsunami heading towards New Zealand. It’s always important to stay informed with official updates from local authorities in case of any potential tsunami threats.
Meteorologists look for seismic activity, such as an earthquake, that may trigger a tsunami. They also monitor ocean buoys for abnormal sea level changes that indicate a potential tsunami. Computer models and historical data are used to predict the potential impact and timing of a tsunami.
Seismoligist
High ground.
the tsunami is gone when everything is dead and nothing is alive
It disappears until the tsunami dies away. I don't know what happens to a tsunami but this is what I think.
You can see a tsunami coming by being aware of earthquake activity that may trigger one or by paying attention to official warnings or alerts issued by meteorological agencies or local authorities. Other signs include a sudden and rapid ocean water retreat, unusual sounds, or the ground shaking that can indicate an imminent tsunami.