Tsunamis - The causes and cases of devastating tidal waves

Most people living along the Pacific Ring of Fire are quite well aware of the massive and dangerous force that can come from the ocean, as this is the territory where tsunamis occur most often. History has seen many deadly and devastating cases of these natural disasters, ones that can leave thousands of people dead and many more missing never to be found. The tsunami warning system, although being improved, is still far from perfect. Experts believe that if developed properly an accurate warning system could save thousands of lives in the future, being especially important for people living on the coast. In order to find out more about tsunamis, their causes and most disastrous cases read this book.

Product details

• Authors: Edward R. Miller-Jones
• Assisted by: Edward R. Miller-Jones (Editor), Edwar R Miller-Jones (Editor)
• Publisher: FastBook Publishing
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 01.01.2010
• EAN: 9786130107109
• ISBN: 978-613-0-10710-9
• No. of pages: 160
• Dimensions: 150 mm x 220 mm x 8 mm
• Weight: 229 g
• Subject: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Geosciences