A tsunami is a series of ocean waves caused by underwater disturbances. These disturbances can include earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, or landslides. Tsunamis travel at high speeds across the ocean. They can cause devastating damage when they reach coastal areas. The waves can inundate land, destroying infrastructure and displacing communities. Preparedness and early warning systems are crucial for minimising loss of life.
Japan lies on the Pacific Ring of Fire and experiences frequent earthquakes because of active plate boundaries near the Pacific Plate, Philippine Sea Plate, Eurasian Plate, and North...
A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck off the northern coast of Japan on April 20, 2026, at 4:53 p.m. local time. The epicentre was located near Sanriku in the Pacific...
The recent earthquake measuring 7.6 on the Richter scale in north central Japan has once again thrust the phenomenon of tsunamis into the global spotlight. Following the quake,...
