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Are Ocean Asteroid Impacts Really a Serious Threat?A new simulation predicts that relatively small asteroids could cause big waves on the U.S. coastline, but not everyone thinks the threat is real.
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Tsunami Science: Advances Since the 2004 Indian Ocean TragedyAs 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.
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Small Islands Amplify Tsunami FloodingSmall islands boost the power of tsunami waves, rather than absorbing their impact, a new study shows.
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In Images: Exploring the Caribbean DeepA team of scientists ventured to the depths of the Caribbean Sea on a three-month voyage to study fault zones and strange biological communities.
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Could Gentle Caribbean Unleash a Devastating Tsunami?The Caribbean usually conjures images of white sandy beaches and sparkling turquoise water, but beneath the sea's tranquil surface, powerful forces are at work.
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Massive Tsunami Could Wipe Out Hawaii's Waikiki BeachA monster earthquake in Alaska could trigger 5-story-high tsunami waves that would inundate some of Hawaii's most iconic beaches and its critical power infrastructure, new research suggests.
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Tsunami Debris 'Island' Headed for US? NOAA Sets Record Straight
