Tsunamis: Detection Technologies, Response Efforts and Harmful Effects

Tsunamis – the most deadly natural disaster – have been part of the world’s history for thousands of years. Much of the world witnessed historical tsunamis that devastated the coast with great losses of life and property. Over the latter decade of the 20th century, the development of tsunami sciences has seen rapid growth as an interdisciplinary field that brings together scientists, engineers and researchers from all over the world. As a sequel to the first two editions - Tsunamis: Economi...