1) Tsunamis are extremely large ocean waves caused by underwater disturbances like earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, or landslides. The 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami was caused by a 9.3 magnitude earthquake and killed over 230,000 people across several countries.
2) Major tsunamis throughout history include ones in 1896, 1946, 1958, 1960, 1964, 1976, and 1998 that caused significant loss of life. The most deadly was the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami.
3) Tsunamis can have devastating environmental impacts by destroying infrastructure, habitats, and contaminating soil and water sources. They also spread diseases in their aftermath and have long-lasting effects on ecosystems. Warning systems use