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Question 1

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Scientists and researchers monitor for signs of a tsunami (like an underwater earthquake). If they notice something, they notify organizations to warn people through TV and radio announcements and with warning sirens.

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But tsunamis aren't always destructive. For example, Hawaii's coasts were evacuated in 1986 after a tsunami warning was issued. When it finally hit the shore, the wave was less than a foot tall and didn't cause any damage.

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A storm surge can be dangerous because of heavy flood waters. However, a tsunami is even more powerful! Once a tsunami occurs in the middle of the ocean, it can travel thousands of miles at 300-600 miles an hour without losing much energy.

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In the United States, Alaska, Hawaii, and the coasts of Washington, Oregon and California are most at risk. In fact, tsunamis hit Hawaii about once a year. Most aren't dangerous. In fact, damaging tsunamis only hit about once every seven years.