The Sea, Volume 15, Tsunamis

Edited by Eddie N. Bernard

Edited by Allan R. Robinson

    Knowledge of the field of tsunami oceanography has dramatically increased since the December 26, 2004, Indian Ocean tsunami. This rare book eminently provides an excellent basis of scientific and technical information in this neglected field. Eighteen outstanding scientists and engineers contributed 13 chapters on critical core subjects. Topics include recorded tsunami history, geologic records and effects, tsunami probabilities, earthquake excitation, and other sources of tsunamis. The book also addresses measurements, models for propagation, hazards mapping, coastline impacts, forecasting, and warning systems. Each chapter ends with a long list of comprehensive references. Mathematical equations and explanations appropriately support the text, and charts, graphs, and photographs clearly add value and strength to this young, complex field of oceanography. This outstanding, unparalleled volume will contribute to the educational needs of the tsunami science and engineering student as well as the advanced researcher and veteran oceanographer.
       --T. L. T. Grose, Choice

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photo of Allan R. Robinson

photo of Eddie N. Bernard

Eddie N. Bernard is Director of NOAA’s Pacific Marine Environmental Laboratory and Affiliate Professor, University of Washington, University of Washington. Recognized as one of the world’s leading experts in tsunami science and mitigation, he has directed the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center, founded the National Tsunami Hazard Mitigation Program, provided technical review of the 2006 Tsunami Education and Warning Act, and published over 80 technical and scientific articles on tsunamis.

Allan R. Robinson is Gordon McKay Professor of Geophysical Fluid Dynamics, Emeritus, at Harvard University. Recognized as a pioneer and leading expert in modern interdisciplinary ocean dynamics and ocean prediction, he has contributed significantly to the techniques for the assimilation of multiscale data into ocean forecasting models and chairs the IOC/UNESCO COASTS program.