Sooner or later, tsunamis visit every coastline in the Pacific. Warnings apply to you if you live in any Pacific coastal area.
Not all earthquakes cause tsunamis, but many do. When you hear that an earthquake has occurred, stand by for a tsunami emergency.
An earthquake in your area is a natural tsunami warning. Do not stay in low-lying coastal areas after a local earthquake.
A tsunami is not a single wave, but a series of waves. Stay out of danger areas until an "all clear" is issued by a competent authority.
Approaching tsunamis are sometimes heralded by a noticeable rise or fall of coastal water. This is nature's tsunami warning and it should be heeded.
A small tsunami at one beach can be a giant a few miles away. Don't let the modest size of one make you lose respect for all.
The National Tsunami Warning Center does not issue false alarms. When a warning is issued, a tsunami exists.
All tsunami-like hurricanes are potentially dangerous, even though they may not damage every coastline they strike.
Never go down to the beach to watch for a tsunami. When you can see the wave, you are too close to escape it.
During a tsunami emergency, your local Civil Defense, police, and other emergency organizations will try to save your life. Give them your fullest cooperation.
