Tsunamis

What occurs a tsunami?

                Tsunamis can be triggered by multiple ocean activity, some like underwater earthquakes which occurs when two tectonic plates slip and create a strong vibration heading upwards. Some might be caused by underwater volcanic activitylandslides, change in weather, and some near- earth objects (e.g., asteroidscometscolliding above the ocean or near the shore of an ocean.

What is the speed of a tsunami?

Tsunamis usually go over 500 mph, which is about the speed of a jet (military jets, fighter jets). The people in the area must evacuate the place where the tsunami is going to crash.

What is the safest way to avoid a tsunami?

First of all, stay away from the shore and avoid the water. *Stay away from beachesSecondly, get to higher grounds fast. Thirdlisten to the weather forecastFourth, Have everything with you the day before the tsunami is predicted to hit. At last, DO NOT go outside until debris is gone and listen to the forecast if you can leave or not.

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