Improved tusnami wave height forecasting – an integrated approach for the analysis of results from early warning systems and inundation modelling for risk assessment

Abstract

A Tsunami Warning System must alert all persons on every vulnerable coast of imminent danger, covered by the system. The response of such a system must be rapid (as soon as possible), accurate (minimize false warning), reliable (continuous operation), effective (to save lives). UN-ISDR Framework for effective Early Warning Systems encompass four critical linked elements (Figure 1),

• Detection, Monitoring and Warning Service (Technical Monitoring and Warning Service) • Risk Knowledge (Awareness of the Risk) • Dissemination and Communication (Dissemination of meaningful warnings to Persons and Communities at Risk) • Response Capability (Public Awareness and Preparedness to Respond)