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Surviving a Tsunami – Tips to prepare for a tsunami warning
Until December 2004, most of us thought Tsunamis like the makings of a good disaster movie, so we knew this "tsunami" for all. But with the terrible devastation of the year 2004, we realized how much damage a tsunami can do.
What is a tsunami
Tsunamis are large storms caused by tropical winds. They are the result of geological events such as underwater volcanoes, landslides or earthquakes that occur with massive tectonic movements. Earthquakes that reach 6.5 or higher (Richter scale) can produce devastating waves moving over 300 miles per hour, reaching heights of 100 feet, and last from minutes to several hours of the first wave of last start.
In the open ocean, the tsunami may be not noticeable, but when they come into shallower waters, the beginning to "grow" on itself, creating a wave mass that can destroy tall buildings and even internal travel for miles with great power.
Where tsunamis Strike
Coastal areas in the basin of the Pacific Ocean are the most frequent targets of tsunamis, reflecting the greater vulnerability due the famous "Ring of Fire" where tectonic plates come together to form a large circle on the seafloor. Japan has experienced many tsunamis. In fact, Tsunami is a Japanese word. They also hit Alaska and Hawaii in the Pacific Basin and Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands in the Atlantic basin.
The area of the Indian Ocean tsunami known to many as well, the tsunami of 2004, taking over 250,000 lives and destroying billions of dollars in real estate.
Preparing for a tsunami emergency
If you're in the water and feel a strong earthquake, leave the water immediately, getting as far from the beach as you can. Try to go to high ground or go inland as far as possible if the ground near you is flat.
If you can see the incident wave, you can not escape. You simply do not have time. The best thing to do in this case is to obtain as high as you can as quickly as you can.
If you feel a strong earthquake and you're not at the beach, tune your radio to a local station that broadcasts during emergencies. They inform the public in the case of a watch or tsunami warning was issued, and they help you know where the centers of emergency.
At this point, you need to know where your family members. Make sure everyone knows the warning. You should have an agreed-upon meeting place in case you're not all in one place when the emergency is announced. Your venue should be as far from shore as possible, but not so far that people can not get there in time.
Make sure to prepare family members with special needs. Children If your family includes the elderly, sick or small, be prepared to get help for them or try to evacuate early. You may also want to prepare to evacuate your pets as well, bringing food and emergency water for them.
You must have prepared emergency supplies in your home. Bring them with you when you evacuate. At least take fresh water, some food and extra clothing. Most importantly, have a first aid kit in case of injury.
If you have time, you could try to secure your home, but not to risk your own life. There is little you can do to protect your assets from an incoming tsunami, therefore focus on saving lives first.
Tsunami Watch or Tsunami Warning
Both terms have important meanings. When the authorities issue a tsunami warning, it means that a tsunami is possible, but no one has reported seeing one or observation has not yet been verified. The shows may include estimates for when and where a tsunami strike in May.
When they issue a tsunami warning, this means that a tsunami was reported and confirmed. When they warn, the tsunami could be close. The warning you can also know when to expect the strike and when.
During the Wave
If you have the misfortune to meet in thank you for the incoming tsunami, climb on a roof or the highest point you can reach. The more stable the building, secure the support will be. But get the higher than you can what happens. Hold on as hard as you can at any heavy object, stable and available. If you must climb a tree.
If you have already been overtaken by the water, eat something floating that is large enough to sustain you and keep up what you can find stable ground or get help. Take anything that sounds tough and get out of the water. The current is strong, and you could be injured by debris in water. If you can get part of your body out of the water, do so.
You must accept that tsunamis, like most disasters natural, are uncontrollable. You'll notice the earthquake to give you time to escape.
Keep your head. Stay quiet. The better prepared you are, the better your chances of survival.
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