http://gallery.usgs.gov/images/logos/usgs_only.jpg http://gallery.usgs.gov/ en-us OC_Web@usgs.gov (Office of Communications Web Group) http://gallery.usgs.gov/images/USGS.gif http://gallery.usgs.gov/ http://gallery.usgs.gov/videos/284 The December 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami was one of the deadliest natural disasters of modern history, killing over 225,000 people. As a result of this catastrophe, the U.S. Geological Survey has partnered with the international community to create an Indian Ocean Tsunami Warning System (IOTWS). An important aspect of this work is the training of employees of the Indonesian Meteorological, Climate, and Geophysical Agency (BMKG). This movie presents an overview of the training courses held in Indonesia and what has been accomplished since 2004.

]]> http://gallery.usgs.gov/videos/285 This is a short documentary about the training program in seismology and tsunami warnings held at the Mauritius Meteorological Services in Vacos, Mauritius, from January 14-18, 2008. The training program is part of the Indian Ocean Tsunami warning System (IOTWS) that was developed to create "tsunami resilient" communities in the Indian Ocean region.

]]> http://gallery.usgs.gov/videos/286 This video gives a brief overview of the U.S. Program for the Indian Ocean Tsunami Warning System. It includes footage of the deployment of the first Indian Ocean Tsunami Detection (DART) buoy in December 2006, of a simulation exercise in Padang, Indonesia, a training course in seismology that took place in 2007, as well as interviews with scientists.

]]> http://gallery.usgs.gov/videos/273 This film presents a summary of the natural hazards of Hong Kong. Such natural hazards include earthquakes, typhoons, tsunamis, and landslides.

]]> http://gallery.usgs.gov/videos/275 This film presents a summary of the natural hazards and resources of Thailand. It explores the different types of hazards that Thailand needs to be prepared for: flooding, drought, storm surges, earthquakes, and tsunamis. This film also presents the Thai Meteorological Department that monitors and reports earthquake and tsunami activity. Finally, this film discusses the many natural resources of Thailand.

]]> http://gallery.usgs.gov/videos/276 Tsunamis are a constant threat to the coasts of our world. Although tsunamis are infrequent along the California coast, it is possible and necessary to prepare for potential tsunami hazards to minimize loss of life and property. Community awareness programs are important, as they strive to create an informed society by providing education and training. Information and knowledge is the key to achieving (social) change. This video about tsunami preparedness along the coast of Central California distinguishes between a local tsunami and a distant event and focuses on the specific needs of this region. It offers guidelines for correct tsunami response and community preparedness from local emergency managers, first-responders, and leading experts on tsunami hazards and warnings who have been working on ways of making the tsunami affected regions safer for the people and communities on a long-term basis.

]]> http://gallery.usgs.gov/videos/277 Tsunamis are a constant threat to the coasts of our world. Although tsunamis are infrequent along the California coast, it is possible and necessary to prepare for potential tsunami hazards to minimize loss of life and property. Community awareness programs are important, as they strive to create an informed society by providing education and training. Information and knowledge is the key to achieving (social) change. This video about tsunami preparedness along the coast of Northern California distinguishes between a local tsunami and a distant event and focuses on the specific needs of this region. It offers guidelines for correct tsunami response and community preparedness from local emergency managers, first-responders, and leading experts on tsunami hazards and warnings who have been working on ways of making the tsunami affected regions safer for the people and communities on a long-term basis.

]]> http://gallery.usgs.gov/videos/278 Tsunamis are a constant threat to the coasts of our world. Although tsunamis are infrequent along the California coast, it is possible and necessary to prepare for potential tsunami hazards to minimize loss of life and property. Community awareness programs are important, as they strive to create an informed society by providing education and training. Information and knowledge is the key to achieving (social) change. This video about tsunami preparedness along the coast of Southern California distinguishes between a local tsunami and a distant event and focuses on the specific needs of this region. It offers guidelines for correct tsunami response and community preparedness from local emergency managers, first-responders, and leading experts on tsunami hazards and warnings who have been working on ways of making the tsunami affected regions safer for the people and communities on a long-term basis.

]]> http://gallery.usgs.gov/videos/279 Tsunami Preparedness explains how and why tsunamis occur, how to know that a tsunami is approaching, and what you should do. These issues are addressed by scientists, emergency managers, and first responders.

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