Tsunamis are giant waves caused by earthquakes or

volcanic eruptions under the sea. Out in the depths of the

ocean, tsunami waves do not dramatically increase in
height. But as the waves travel inland, they build up to
higher and higher heights as the depth of the ocean
decreases. The speed of tsunami waves depends on ocean
depth rather than the distance from the source of the
wave. Tsunami waves may travel as fast as jet planes over
deep waters, only slowing down when reaching shallow
waters. While tsunamis are often referred to as tidal
waves, this name is discouraged by oceanographers
because tides have little to do with these giant waves.

Types of Tsunami
Local tsunamis are confined to coasts within a hundred
kilometers of the source usually earthquakes and a
landslide or a pyroclastic flow. It can reach the shoreline
within 2 to 5 minutes. Far field or distant tsunamis can
travel from 1 to 24 hours before reaching the coast of the
nearby countries.

A tele tsunami (also called an ocean-wide tsunami,

distant tsunami, distant-source tsunami, far-field
tsunami, or trans-ocean tsunami) is a tsunami that
originates from a distant source, defined as more than
1,000 km (620 mi) away or three hours' travel from the
area of interest, sometimes travelling across an ocean.
Distant Tsunami Also referred to as a tele-tsunami or
ocean-wide tsunami, distant tsunamis originate from a
far away source (more than 1000 km away) and
generally take more than 3 hours to arrive at affected
coasts. When a tsunami is formed, the waves generally
radiate and move in opposite directions.
BEFORE
1. If caused by an earthquake, Drop, Cover, then Hold
On to protect yourself from the earthquake first.
2. Get to high ground as far inland as possible.
3. Be alert to signs of a tsunami, such as a sudden rise
or draining of ocean waters.
4. Listen to emergency information and alerts. ...
5. Evacuate: DO NOT wait!
AFTER
1. Be prepared for aftershocks, which could generate
another tsunami.
2. Return home only after local officials tell you it is
safe. ...
3. Be aware of secondary effects. ...
4. Only make calls if you require emergency services.
5. Stay out of any building that has water around it. ...
6. If you suspect your home is unsafe, do not enter.