Written by: Seamoon Lama - 33019, Grade IV
Posted on: 30 August, 2024
A tsunami is one of the most dangerous natural disasters. It is caused by earthquakes or volcanic eruptions under the sea. It is also known as tide waves or seismic sea waves. The Pacific Ocean is also called the hub of tsunamis. The first tsunami was recorded in 2000 B.C. and was generated in Japan, Peru, Chile, New Guinea, and the Solomon Islands. The largest tsunami was recorded on July 9, 1958, in Alaska, USA, and was 1720 feet tall. The deadliest tsunami was recorded in 2004, also known as the Boxing Day tsunami, killing more than 230000 people and affecting 14 different countries.
A tsunami generates a loss of life and injuries that include damage to houses, disruption of electricity and fresh water supply, loss of private and public properties, and many more. We can protect ourselves by evacuating the affected areas, getting to the high ground, and alerting the public about the safety measures of the tsunami before it strikes.
