Earthquakes and Tsunamis

Learning Intentions

• To understand the frequency of earthquakes around the world.

• To explore how earthquakes may lead to tsunamis.

• To empathize with people who are affected by tsunamis and earthquakes.

Frequency of Earthquakes

Earthquakes happen all the time. No really, all the time.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M3jHUGHOlhA

How a Tsunami Occurs – Part 1Earthquake Triggered Plate Movement Tsunami

How a Tsunami Occurs – Part 2Earthquake Triggered Landslide Tsunami

Tsunami Waves

Japanese Tsunami – 2011Trigged by 9.0 magnitude earthquake

Boxing Day Tsunami 2004 – South East Asia

Tsunami Early Warning Systems

Tsunami Warning Systems – Where I Live!