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 Tsunamis are giant waves caused by

earthquakes or volcanic eruptions under
the sea. Out in the depths of the ocean,
tsunami waves do not dramatically increase
in height. 
 The most common cause is a seafloor
earthquake. Other triggers are undersea
landslides, undersea volcanic eruptions, and
meteorite impact. Sudden changes to the
seafloor cause the ocean to flow away from
the disturbance, creating waves
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A tsunami's tidal waves batter the

shoreline and can destroy anything
in their path. This includes boats,
buildings, houses, hotels, cars,
trees, telephone lines - and just
about anything else in their way.
Death
Disease
Psychological Effects