Tsunamis

Lightning does not directly cause earthquakes. Earthquakes are typically caused by the movement of tectonic plates or volcanic activity. Lightning is a discharge of atmospheric electricity within a thunderstorm that does not have an impact on the Earth's crust to cause earthquakes.

If a tsunami occurs, move to higher ground immediately and follow instructions from local authorities. Stay away from beaches and coastal areas until given the all-clear to return. Listen to emergency alerts and be prepared to evacuate if needed.

The difference between a earthquake forecast and an earthquake prediction us that an earth quake forecast is when people say whats gonna happen and a prediction is what scientist think what might happen.

The largest tsunami wave of around 100 meters was formed in Lituya Bay, Alaska, on July 9, 1958. This mega-tsunami was triggered by a massive landslide into the bay and caused widespread destruction along the coast.

An undersea earthquake displaces a vast amount of water in a sudden jolt. Huge shallow waves rush through the ocean at great speed. On reaching a gently sloping coastline the waves slow and compress upwards. Waves surge ashore to cause devastation well beyond the beach.

Ocean Village is about 500 miles from a subduction zone which

has the potential of producing a tsunami generating earthquake. What

is the maximum amount of warning time the village can expect if a

tsunami is generated at that subduction zone?

This depends on how strong a tsunami you mean. Thousands if not tens of thousands of earth quakes occur in the oceans each year, but most would create a 'tsunami' no higher than a millimeter - if that. Some few might create tsunamis in the range of a few centimeters. The rare tsunamis that are meters high occur perhaps once every several decades. Tsunamis that create walls of water many meters high occur perhaps once or twice every one or two hundred years.

Tsunamis can travel at high speeds, often over 500 mph, because they are generated by large underwater earthquakes or volcanic eruptions that displace a massive amount of water rapidly. This rapid displacement creates long waves that travel across the ocean at high speeds with very long wavelengths.

Yes, during an earthquake, the release of energy can trigger landslides due to the shaking of the ground, which can dislodge rocks and soil. Additionally, underwater earthquakes can displace large volumes of water, generating tsunamis due to the transfer of energy to the ocean.

A tsunami is a tidal wave, caused by an earthquake under the sea. The shock waves spread out in a huge circle from the epicenter and roll up on the beaches as they did in Thailand and Sri Lanka and many other places recently. You can have a tsunami with blue sky and sunny weather.

A hurricane is a tropical rotating rainstorm that develops round an area of very low pressure. The winds swirl round and round, pulling energy from the warm water below. They only develop in the tropics. If they hit land the results can be devastating, as in New Orleans.

Countries around the world, including the United States and European nations, provided immediate humanitarian aid and relief efforts to assist the countries affected by the 2004 tsunami. Many countries pledged financial assistance to support rebuilding efforts and long-term recovery. The disaster prompted international collaborations to improve early warning systems and emergency response coordination for future natural disasters.

The time before a tsunami occurs can vary depending on the location of the earthquake that triggered it. In some cases, a tsunami can strike within minutes, while in others it could take several hours. It is important to act quickly and follow evacuation procedures if a tsunami warning is issued.

Large landmasses in the ocean are called continents. These are massive areas of land that are surrounded by water bodies like seas and oceans. Examples of continents include Africa, Asia, and North America.

There were probably so many deaths there because the earthquake that caused the tsunami was so big, there were several waves not just one and that Sumatra didn't have the right defenses needed. To get more information ask someone who may know

^More information needed, although this report may help:

http://www.landsat.org/trfic/tsunami2004/Assessment_of_Tsunami04.pdf

Regions in the Pacific Ocean's "Ring of Fire" and countries such as Indonesia, Japan, and Chile are often most affected by tsunamis due to their proximity to tectonic plate boundaries and underwater earthquakes. The Indian Ocean Tsunami in 2004 is one of the deadliest in history, affecting countries like Indonesia, Sri Lanka, India, and Thailand.

They are both tropical cyclones. A tropical cyclone with wind speeds less than 39 mph is a tropical depression. A tropical depression lacks the familiar shape and eye of the more severe tropical cyclones

A tropical storm is a tropical cyclone has wind speeds between 39 mph and 73 mph. While it has the familiar spiral shape it does not have the well defined eye of a hurricane.

A hurricane is a tropical cyclone with wind speeds in excess of 74 mph.

Yes, it is possible for an earthquake to trigger a tsunami in the same location. This can occur when an undersea earthquake displaces a large volume of water, causing a tsunami. The proximity of the earthquake's epicenter to the shoreline also affects the likelihood of a tsunami occurring.

There was no tsunami in Louisiana. The state is located along the Gulf of Mexico, which is not typically prone to tsunamis. Louisiana is more susceptible to hurricanes and flooding from heavy rainfall.

Before a tsunami, the water may recede significantly from the shore, exposing areas that are normally underwater. The extent of this "drawback" can vary depending on factors such as the size and intensity of the tsunami.

Malta is located in the Mediterranean Sea, which is not typically prone to tsunamis. The region is not located near tectonic plate boundaries where most tsunamis are generated. Therefore, the risk of a tsunami in Malta is considered very low.

No. Tsunamis are caused by earthquakes, which cannot be predicted. Some areas have been found to be more easily damaged by a tsunami, and tsunamis can be DETECTED in time to give some warning- but not predicted.

This is straight from the book:

1.Solar radiation hits Earth and it's atmosphere

2.Earth loses energy by reflection of sunlight from its surface and from clouds, dust, and air molecules in the atmosphere

3.Earth's surface, clouds, and atmosphere lose infrared radiation(heat) to space

4.Greenhouse gasses, such as carbon dioxide, let sunlight in but keep infrared radiation from escaping to space

As of the latest available data, the exact number of people who have died in Pakistan due to floods varies by sources but has been reported to be in the thousands. The floods have also displaced millions of individuals and caused significant damage to infrastructure and livelihoods.

No, tsunamis do not occur in deserts. Tsunamis are large ocean waves typically caused by underwater seismic activity, such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, or landslides, and they affect coastal areas, not deserts.