Knowing

Tsunamis
Presented by Beryes Argado Nainggolan
Tsunami
You've probably heard or seen about tsunamis on social media,
newspapers, and other forms of media. A tsunami, as you may be
aware, is a massive wave that grows in size and speed. Let's talk
about it.
 01
Introduction
Briefly introduce the topic and provide a
general definition.
What is a Tsunamis ?
In Japanese, a "tsu" (harbor) and "nami"
(wave) are the words for waves, which
represent powerful ocean waves created by
disturbances below the surface. Most of these
disturbances are caused by undersea
earthquake, but also by underwater landslides
and volcanic eruption. Tsunamis, unlike wind-
generated waves, are particularly destructive
due to their incredible length and the amount
of water they transport.
 02
Causes
Explain the main causes and how they trigger
a tsunami.
First Second
Tsunamis are mostly caused by earthquakes that Tsunamis can also be caused by underwater
occur underwater. Water can be displaced by a landslides and volcanic eruptions, which push
significant amount of energy when tectonic plates, water with explosive power or collapse large
which are enormous slabs of the Earth's crust, amounts of rock.
move suddenly along a fault line. In all directions,
a succession of waves are created by this
displacement, which functions as a massive
underwater push.
Characterics
In deep ocean depths, tsunami waves travel at
extraordinary rates, often exceeding 700
kilometers per hour. Nonetheless, they are
frequently undetected to ships or equipment due
to their low initial wave height. As these waves
hit shallow coastal areas, their speed drops
dramatically. However, when sea depth decreases,
wave height increases rapidly, occasionally
reaching tens of meters. This is why tsunamis
seem less dangerous in the broad ocean but grow
into catastrophic giants near the coast.
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Impacts
Discuss the potential consequences of
tsunamis on coastal areas and people..
The effects of a tsunami on a coastline
can be disastrous. Massive waves of
water rush inland, inundating coastal
areas, demolishing infrastructure and
houses, and sadly, taking lives. In
addition to posing a threat to people and
property, tsunamis can also start
secondary hazards including debris-
filled currents and fires caused by
broken electrical lines.
Tsunamis are enormous natural forces that require caution and
preparation. Understanding the causes, characteristics, and
potential consequences is critical for coastal communities.
Early warning systems, evacuation strategies, and public
awareness campaigns are critical for mitigating the devastating
effects of these natural disasters.

Conclusion
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