Tsunamis are amazingly devastating natural disasters. They're miles tall and wide, travel as fast as a commercial airliner and can wipe out entire coastal towns. And if the last couple decades are any indication, they seem to be getting worse.
In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck dive deep into tsunamis—exploring how these massive waves are formed by underwater earthquakes, how they travel at incredible speeds across oceans, and what happens when they reach shore. They break down the science of waves, explain why tsunamis are so much more destructive than regular ocean waves, and discuss the devastating 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami and the 2011 Japan tsunami while touching on early warning systems and their life-saving importance. If you've ever wondered why movies get tsunamis so wrong or wanted to understand the real mechanics behind one of nature's most destructive forces, this episode covers all the essential stuff you should know.
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