Question

Give a brief account of the tsunami.

Answer 1

Instruction:

• Define tsunami.
• Mention the effects and aftermath of a tsunami in points.

Answer:

A tsunami is a series of enormous ocean waves caused by underwater earthquakes, landslides or volcanic eruptions. Tsunamis can travel up to 700-800 km per hour, with waves 10-30 meters high.
A massive tsunami struck Dec 26 2004, in southeast Asia. More than 1.5 lakh people died, and many more were rendered homeless.
Effects of a tsunami include

• Flooding.
• Disruption of transport, power and water supply.
• Large-scale destruction of infrastructure.
• Loss of lives.

In the aftermath of a tsunami, one can follow the below measures:

• Get first aid if necessary.
• Help people who require special assistance, like Infants, elderly people, and people with disabilities.
• A tsunami is a series of waves that can continue for hours; hence stay out of the tsunami hazard zone until it is declared safe.