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Tsunamis can be deadly, but they needn’t be. Early warning and early action are effective tools to protect people, saving lives, and preventing the hazard from becoming a disaster. To be effective, tsunami early-warning systems must cover every at-risk person, they must be multi-hazard, and communities must be prepared so they can act quickly.

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Tsunami-proofing the future: Seven smart solutions to shape safer shores

Explore seven cutting-edge solutions that exemplify how clever design can protect coastal communities and help prevent tsunamis from becoming disasters.
United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR)
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World Tsunami Awareness Day 2024: Educating the next generation on life-saving preparedness

20 years after the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami, UNESCO is educating the next generation on tsunami preparedness through initiatives like the Tsunami United Programme, equipping youth with life-saving knowledge and skills.
United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization - Headquarters
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The day the wave came: 20 years after the devastating Indian Ocean Tsunami

The 2004 tsunami devastated 14 countries, killing 230,000 and leaving 2 million homeless. It spurred global aid, with the EU providing extensive support and reshaping disaster preparedness with a focus on resilience and 'build back better' strategies.
European Commission
The aftermath of a Tsunami
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World Tsunami Awareness Day: Long or strong, get gone – but where to?

On World Tsunami Awareness Day 2024, NEMA urges New Zealanders to check if they’re in a tsunami zone and practice evacuation routes. While awareness is high, knowing where to go and being prepared are key to staying safe in an emergency.
New Zealand - government
Secretary-General António Guterres
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Secretary-General's message on World Tsunami Awareness Day

This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Indian Ocean Tsunami - one of the deadliest disasters in recent history. More than 230,000 people lost their lives.
United Nations - Headquarters
Kamal Kishore
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Head of UNDRR message on World Tsunami Awareness Day 2024

Twenty years ago, the Indian Ocean tsunami which emanated as a result of an earthquake that occurred off the coast of Indonesia had devastating consequences.
United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR)

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