Know Your Tsunami Terms
Familiarize yourself with these terms to help identify a tsunami hazard:
Advisory
An earthquake has occurred in the Pacific basin, which might generate a tsunami.
Warning
A tsunami was, or may have been generated, which could cause damage; therefore, people in the warned area are strongly advised to evacuate.
Watch
A tsunami was or may have been generated, but is at least two hours travel time to the area in Watch status.
Last Modified: Tuesday, 21-Mar-2006 08:40:25 EST