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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.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1755</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Lisbon Earthquake and Tsunami</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Lisbon earthquake, followed by a tsunami and fires, nearly destroys Lisbon and shocks the European Continent.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1883</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Krakatoa Eruption and Tsunami</div><div class='timeline-text'>The eruption of Krakatoa in Indonesia generates a tsunami, causing widespread damage and loss of life.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2004</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Indian Ocean Tsunami</div><div class='timeline-text'>One of the deadliest natural disasters in history, the Indian Ocean Tsunami, kills over 230,000 people across 14 countries.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2011</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Japan's Tōhoku Earthquake and Tsunami</div><div class='timeline-text'>A 9.0 magnitude earthquake off Japan's coastline triggers a massive tsunami, leading to the Fukushima nuclear disaster.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Establishment of World Tsunami Awareness Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The United Nations General Assembly establishes World Tsunami Awareness Day to promote a global culture of tsunami awareness.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Educate yourself</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>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.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Join a local organization</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>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.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Donate to a cause</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>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.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize an event</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>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.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Share information online</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>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.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Tsunamis are dangerous natural disasters</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>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.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Tsunamis can be prevented</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>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.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Tsunamis raise awareness about climate change</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>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.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Over 80% of the World’s Tsunamis Occur in the Pacific Ocean</h3><p class='facts-content'>Due to the many earthquakes along the Pacific Ring of Fire, this area is incredibly prone to tsunamis. This fact emphasizes the need for particularly high levels of preparedness in this region.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Tsunamis Travel Fast</h3><p class='facts-content'>In deep water, a tsunami can travel as fast as a jet plane, approximately 500 miles or 805 kilometers per hour. This swift speed can catch many people off guard if they don't know the warning signs.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Tsunamis can have Waves that Reach up to 100 Feet High</h3><p class='facts-content'>The highest tsunami wave ever recorded reached heights of over 100 feet (30 meters), but even smaller tsunamis can bring extreme destruction due to their high energy and frequency.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Tsunamis can occur from Underwater Landslides or Volcanic Eruptions</h3><p class='facts-content'>While tsunamis are often caused by earthquakes, other marine disturbances like landslides or volcanic eruptions can also generate a tsunami, as they displace large amounts of water.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Tsunamis can Travel Far Inland</h3><p class='facts-content'>Not just limited to the immediate coastline, tsunamis waves can continue inland for several miles, depending on the landscape and severity of the tsunami. This highlights the importance of preparedness even for those living not directly on the coast.</p></div></div>
World Tsunami Awareness Day is celebrated on November 5 every year. In 2024 World Tsunami Awareness Day will occur on a Tuesday.
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