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Dec. 2009 / Jan. 2010 Issue -In the News

NOAA Tsunami Forecasting.

NOAA Advances Science of Tsunami Warnings
Dec. 26, 2009 marks five years since the Indian Ocean tsunami killed 230,000 people. In this video, NOAA's Eddie Bernard discusses improvements in tsunami warning forecasting technology.

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NOAA’s PORTS® Helping to Power Marine Commerce

Maritime traffic is on the rise with the potential to disrupt commerce, damage the environment and imperil people’s lives. NOAA’s PORTS® technology is making it safer and easier for mariners and ship pilots to conduct business in and around America’s ports. This new online video explains how.

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    Throughout the world, on average two tsunamis occur each year that inflict damage near the source. Approximately every 15 years, a destructive, ocean-wide tsunami occurs. NOAA has primary responsibility for providing tsunami warnings to the nation, and a leadership role in tsunami observations and research. For more information about tsunamis and building tsunami resilient communities, visit NOAA’s Tsunami Web site.