What's the One Thing You Can Do To Survive a Tsunami?

The video explains the nature and causes of tsunamis, emphasizing their potential for catastrophic damage. It highlights the Cascadia Subduction Zone's risk of producing massive earthquakes and tsunamis. The importance of reaction time and early warning systems is discussed, along with evacuation strategies and the need for preparedness. The video encourages proactive measures to mitigate the impact of tsunamis.

What is the primary cause of tsunamis?

• Earthquakes

• Tides

• Wind

• Volcanic eruptions

What is the primary method of generating a tsunami?

• Tidal forces

• Meteor impact

• Earthquake

• Wind

What geological feature is most associated with the largest earthquakes?

• Subduction zones

• Continental rifts

• Transform faults

• Mid-ocean ridges

What is the term for the area where tectonic plates meet and cause earthquakes?

• Rift valley

• Fault line

• Subduction zone

• Hotspot

What evidence did scientists find that indicated past tsunamis in the Cascadia region?

• Volcanic ash layers

• Ancient shipwrecks

• Drowned forests

• Fossilized fish

What historical event is associated with the Cascadia Subduction Zone?

• The 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami

• The 1700 Cascadia earthquake

• The 1906 San Francisco earthquake

• The 2011 Tōhoku earthquake

How does the speed of a tsunami wave change as it approaches shallower waters?

• It slows down

• It speeds up

• It remains constant

• It stops completely

What happens to a tsunami wave as it hits the shoreline?

• It dissipates

• It accelerates

• It reverses direction

• It stops

What is the most crucial factor in determining survival during a tsunami?

• Reaction time

• Distance from the epicenter

• Weather conditions

• Wave height

What should you do if you feel an earthquake near the coast?

• Head towards the beach

• Stay indoors

• Wait for an official warning

• Evacuate to high ground immediately