One pf the major warning signs... is the sudden 'disappearance' of the sea - as the water is 'absorbed' into the forthcoming wave. However - there's no real way to get advanced warning of an impending tsunami.
There was little to no warning about the coming of the earthquake and tsunami that hit Japan on March 2011.
Pulau Pinang was hit with a tsunami in the year 2004, with a warning that was issued by the authorities but approximately 52 people died in the incident.
A siren was heard and flaming torches were lit
Saturday February 27, 2010. An 8.8 earthquake hit Chile and a Tsunami warning was issued for all of Hawaii. A series of smaller waves up to 6 feet travelled to the islands later in the day. With the early warning, everyone was safely evacuated to higher ground and damage was minimal.
There have been no reports of a recent tsunami hitting Misawa, Japan. Tsunamis are rare events but are always a possibility due to the seismic activity in the region. It is important for residents to stay prepared and informed about evacuation procedures in case of a tsunami warning.
There was little to no warning about the coming of the earthquake and tsunami that hit Japan on March 2011.
Pulau Pinang was hit with a tsunami in the year 2004, with a warning that was issued by the authorities but approximately 52 people died in the incident.
A siren was heard and flaming torches were lit
Saturday February 27, 2010. An 8.8 earthquake hit Chile and a Tsunami warning was issued for all of Hawaii. A series of smaller waves up to 6 feet travelled to the islands later in the day. With the early warning, everyone was safely evacuated to higher ground and damage was minimal.
Normally there would have been, but the earthquake took out the ability to warn the people.
There have been no reports of a recent tsunami hitting Misawa, Japan. Tsunamis are rare events but are always a possibility due to the seismic activity in the region. It is important for residents to stay prepared and informed about evacuation procedures in case of a tsunami warning.
The tsunami hit because of the earthquake shifted the ground and caused the tsunami.
the tsunami hit in Lituya Bay, Alaska
The tsunami hit Japan's northeastern islands.
Tsunamis can hit low-lying coastal areas anywhere. A tsunami warning has just been issued for new zealand 30/07/09
Fortunately, the tsunami dissipated, and no one suffered more than high tides. In addition, people had sufficient warning to evacuate low-lying areas.
Yes. Any country that has a shoreline against the sea can be hit by a tsunami