Tsunami Flashcards
1
Q
is a series of sea waves commonly generated by under the sea earthquakes. Height can be greater than 5 meters
A
Tsunami
2
Q
These are confined to coasts within a hundred kilometers of the source usually earthquakes and a landslide or a pyroclastic flow
A
Local Tsunamis
3
Q
This type of tsunami can travel from 1 to 24 hours before reaching the coast of the nearby countries.
A
Far Field Tsunamis (Distant Tsunamis)
4
Q
Ranked highest with potential tsunami due to its location in the PH
A
Sulu
5
Q
Agency that monitors Pacific-wide tsunami event and sends warnings
A
Pacific Tsunami Warning Center
6
Q
Tsunamis are currently generated where?
A
Subduction zones
