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Staying Safe from Tsunamis in Alaska with Dr. Summer Ohlendorf, NOAA's National Weather Service Tsunami Warning Center in Palmer, Alaska
Earthquakes, volcanoes, landslides, oh my! What’s one thing these hazards have in common? They’re all capable of moving a large amount of water very quickly, creating a special set of waves called a tsunami. While the most well-known tsunami up here is the 1964 Great Alaska Earthquake and Tsunami, tsunamis can come in many sizes and remain an ongoing threat to coastal Alaskans. On the heels of World Tsunami Awareness Day (Nov. 5), we’ll share some of the things that make tsunamis different from regular waves, how scientists monitor and warn for tsunamis, and how you can keep yourselves and your families safe. The webinar is about 45 minutes with moderated questions and answers throughout. Aimed at grades 2-8, but all ages will enjoy. (Recorded on November 10, 2020)
The webinar was also live-streamed on Facebook Live on the NOAA Fisheries Alaska Facebook page - @NOAAFisheriesAK
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