# japan earthquake tsunami warning

2011 Japan earthquake and tsunami: Facts, FAQs, how to help » Japan's 9.0 earthquake on March 11, 2011, triggered a tsunami. Worldvision.org

A short history of tsunami research and countermeasures in Japan » The tsunami science and engineering began in Japan, the country the most frequently hit by local and distant tsunamis. The gate to the tsunami science was opened in 1896 by a giant local tsunami of the highest run-up height of 38 m that claimed 22,000… Ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Japan earthquake triggers tsunami warning: What is a tsunami, why does it keep forming in the island country? » Tsunami is a Japanese word that means “harbour wave”. It is generally caused by earthquakes or volcanic eruptions under the ocean. Here is everything you need to know about tsunamis. Indianexpress.com

Tsunami Facts and Information » Learn more about these destructive surges of water from National Geographic. Nationalgeographic.com

Japan earthquake highlights: Four deaths confirmed; tsunami warning lowered » Japan earthquake highlights: Authorities have urged people to flee to high land or the top of a nearby building as quickly as possible. Hindustantimes.com

Japan earthquake: Why is Japan prone to earthquakes and tsunami? » The very beginning of the new year did not prove to be very fortunate for Japan, as the country suffered a massive earthquake. A major tsunami has also hit the coast of Japan after the devastating earthquake. Why is Japan prone to earthquakes and tsunamis? Let's understand. Jagranjosh.com

Japan Quake Prompts Brief Tsunami Warning » Japan Meteorological Agency Reports 6.9 Magnitude Temblor off Southern Coast Cbsnews.com