Big Waves: Tracking Deadly Tsunamis

Scientists hope to save more lives by learning better ways to predict the approach of killer waves. This special Oceanography Report was published in 2004 Science Year by World Book. By ITIC Director Laura Kong. Click HERE to go to article.

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