OceanTeacher Global Academy

The purpose of this course is to introduce the concept, process and indicators of the UNESCO-IOC Tsunami Ready Recognition Programme.

Tsunamis are low frequency natural hazards but high impact events that may cause loss of lives and assets.
This online course provides a review of basic tsunami science to provide a basic understanding of the tsunami phenomenon, tsunami hazard and tsunami risk, the tsunami warning process and products, and how coastal communities and individuals can prepare themselves for the next tsunami.