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Continental Collision Could Trigger California Tsunami
By Tia Ghose published
A network of undersea faults off the coast of Southern California could produce huge quakes that could send tsunami waves crashing into Los Angeles, new research suggests.

2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami Had Deadly Predecessors
By Becky Oskin published
Indian Ocean tsunamis destroyed one of the world's most important silk-route ports in the 15th century, new research finds.

LA's Island Playground Could Trigger Tsunamis
By Becky Oskin published
Landslides coming off Catalina Island's steep slopes could send tsunamis racing toward popular Los Angeles and Orange County beaches.

2011 Japan Tsunami Unleashed Ozone-Destroying Chemicals
By Becky Oskin published
The 2011 Japan tsunami released thousands of tons of ozone-destroying chemicals and greenhouse gases into the air.

Ten Years After Indonesian Tsunami, Are Coasts Any Safer?
By Emily Heath published
Ten years ago we witnessed one of the worst natural disasters in history, when a huge earthquake off the coast of Sumatra triggered a devastating tsunami which swept across the Indian Ocean.

Tsunami Science: Advances Since the 2004 Indian Ocean Tragedy
By Becky Oskin published
As the 10th anniversary of the Indian Ocean tsunami approaches on Dec. 26, greatly expanded networks of seismic monitors and ocean buoys are on alert for the next killer wave.

Small Islands Amplify Tsunami Flooding
By Becky Oskin published
Small islands boost the power of tsunami waves, rather than absorbing their impact, a new study shows.
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