Tsunamis are potentially devastating natural phenomena, and researchers are continually seeking new methods and approaches to understanding them, predicting them and mitigating their effects. This book offers a comprehensive account of the field today and points out directions for future development. Part one considers developments in research and technology aiming to address the tsunami threat. The contributors examine topics including the analysis of historical tsunamis, such as the Atlantic tsunami of 1755, and offer current approaches to modelling and measurements. Part two examines the hazards posed by tsunamis and the impact they cause, through analyses of topics such as the 1755 tsunami in Mexico, and evidence for tsunami wave action on ancient cliffs and modern fringing reefs. Finally, part three considers the growing threat posed by tsunamis today. Here, the latest techniques and approaches are demonstrated, such as tsunami detection by ionospheric sounding, and approaches to post-tsunami lifeline restoration and reconstruction. This book will be essential reading for researchers and students seeking current tools and methods for studying tsunamis.
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