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World Tsunami Awareness Day

Make the most of World Tsunami Awareness Day - educate yourself and your loved ones on how to be prepared and stay safe from tsunamis!

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November 2026

Last updated February 7, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar Team

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YEARLY DATENovember 5

OBSERVED INInternationally

CATEGORYAwareness

SUBCATEGORYPublic Health

INTRO

Introduction

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Get ready to join in on the global celebration of World Tsunami Awareness Day on Nov. 5! This special day was created by the United Nations General Assembly in 2015 as a way to promote public education and awareness about how to prepare for and protect against tsunamis. It's also an opportunity for people around the world to come together and share their knowledge, experiences, stories, artwork and more related to tsunami safety.

TIMELINE

World Tsunami Awareness Day Timeline

Lisbon Earthquake and Tsunami

The Lisbon earthquake, followed by a tsunami and fires, nearly destroys Lisbon and shocks the European Continent.

Krakatoa Eruption and Tsunami

The eruption of Krakatoa in Indonesia generates a tsunami, causing widespread damage and loss of life.

Indian Ocean Tsunami

One of the deadliest natural disasters in history, the Indian Ocean Tsunami, kills over 230,000 people across 14 countries.

Japan's Tōhoku Earthquake and Tsunami

A 9.0 magnitude earthquake off Japan's coastline triggers a massive tsunami, leading to the Fukushima nuclear disaster.

Establishment of World Tsunami Awareness Day

The United Nations General Assembly establishes World Tsunami Awareness Day to promote a global culture of tsunami awareness.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate World Tsunami Awareness Day

Educate yourself

Dedicate some time to learn about tsunamis and the risk they pose. Read up on the history of tsunamis, the science behind them, and how to prepare for them.

JOIN

Join a local organization

Look for a local organization that is focused on tsunami awareness and preparedness and join them in their efforts. This could be anything from a volunteer group that helps educate the public, to an official government agency.

DONATE

Donate to a cause

Find a charity or non profit organization that is dedicated to helping communities prepare for and respond to tsunamis. Consider making a donation to them in honor of World Tsunami Awareness Day.

ORGANIZE

Organize an event

Organize a local event or workshop to help spread awareness about tsunamis and how to prepare for them. Invite local experts, government officials, and other stakeholders to participate.

Share information online

Share tsunami preparedness tips online with your friends and followers. Make sure you use the #WorldTsunamiAwarenessDay hashtag when you post so others can find your posts more easily.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why World Tsunami Awareness Day is Important

Tsunamis raise awareness about climate change

Raising awareness about tsunamis can also bring attention to the effects of climate change and ocean warming on global weather systems. It can help us better understand the implications of these changes and motivate us to act now in order to protect ourselves from future catastrophic events.

Tsunamis are dangerous natural disasters

Tsunamis are devastating natural disasters that can cause tremendous damage in a short amount of time. They can occur without warning and are capable of wiping out entire coastal regions. Therefore, it's important to be aware of tsunami warning signs and preparedness measures so that people are not caught off guard in the event of an occurrence.

Tsunamis can be prevented

Awareness about tsunamis is key to preventing future tragedies. By informing people about what to look for when a tsunami is coming and educating them on proper preparedness measures, we can help save lives by ensuring they are well informed and ready ahead of time.

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National Tsunami Awareness Week

Let's raise awareness and be prepared for National Tsunami Awareness Week - a time to educate, plan, and stay safe in the face of potential disasters.

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