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Tsunamis

A tsunami is a series of huge ocean waves created by an underwater disturbance. Causes include , landslides, , or meteorites--chunks of rock from space that strike the surface of Earth. A tsunami can move hundreds of miles per hour in the open ocean. It can smash into land with waves as high as 100 feet or more and cause devastating . is the most common cause of death related to a tsunami.

Although there are no guarantees of safety during a tsunami, you can take actions to protect yourself. You should have a . Being prepared can help reduce fear, anxiety, and losses. If you do experience a disaster, it is normal to feel stressed. You may need help in finding .

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  1. Tsunamis (National Library of Medicine)  
    A tsunami is a series of huge ocean waves created by an underwater disturbance. Causes include earthquakes, landslides, volcanic ... space that strike the surface of Earth. A tsunami can move hundreds of miles per hour in ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/tsunamis.html - Health Topics
  2. Tsunami Preparedness (American Red Cross)  
    Tsunamis/Learn More ... Tsunamis ... American Red Cross ... Get American Red Cross preparedness tips that can help you survive a tsunami. We will help you understand ...
    https://www.redcross.org/.../types-of-emergencies/tsunami.html - External Health Links
  3. Tsunamis and Your Safety (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)  
    Know how to prepare for a tsunami and how to stay safe during and after one.
    https://www.cdc.gov/tsunamis/about - External Health Links
  4. Tsunamis (Department of Homeland Security)  
    ... what to do if you are under a tsunami warning and how to stay safe when a tsunami threatens. Prepare Now Survive During Be Safe After ...
    https://www.ready.gov/tsunamis - External Health Links
  5. Traumatic Grief (National Child Traumatic Stress Network)  
    Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder/Children ... Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder ... National Child Traumatic Stress Network ... While many children adjust well after a death, ...
    https://www.nctsn.org/.../trauma-types/traumatic-grief - External Health Links
  6. Complex Trauma (National Child Traumatic Stress Network)  
    Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder/Children ... Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder ... National Child Traumatic Stress Network ... Complex trauma describes both children’s exposure ...
    https://www.nctsn.org/.../trauma-types/complex-trauma - External Health Links
  7. Earthquakes (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... coastal area, there is the possibility of a tsunami. Damage from earthquakes can also lead to floods ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/earthquakes.html - Health Topics
  8. Floods (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... Weather such as heavy rain, thunderstorms, hurricanes, or tsunamis can cause flooding. Flooding can also happen when ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/floods.html - Health Topics
  9. Volcanoes (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... falls and landslides, acid rain, fires, and even tsunamis. Volcanic gas and ash can damage the lungs ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/volcanoes.html - Health Topics
  10. Home Fires (Department of Homeland Security)  
    Learn how to stay safe before, during, and after a home fire. Also, learn how to prevent home fires. Learn About Fires Before a Fire During a Fire After ...
    https://www.ready.gov/home-fires - External Health Links
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