Danger Zone: Tsunami Science--10 Years Since Sumatra
What began as an undersea earthquake in the Indian Ocean ended as the most deadly tsunami in recorded history. Ten years later, scientists have a better understanding of these events, and coastlines are far better prepared for such a catastrophe, thanks in large part to the NOAA Center for Tsunami Research at Pacific Marine Environmental Laboratory. Part of the "Danger Zone" series.
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Runtime: 2 minutes 59 seconds
- Topic: Health and Safety, Science
- Subtopic: Safety, Science Experiments, Weather
- Grade/Interest Level: 9 - 12
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- Release Year: 2015
- Producer/Distributor: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
- Series: Danger Zone
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