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How Scientists Detect Tsunamis Before They Reach Shore

Seismometers, satellite positioning, seabed pressure sensors and coastal gauges transform an offshore disturbance into a rapidly updated warning.

Sep 13, 2026 13 min readRead the discovery →
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