Tsunami Detection and Warnings for the United States (CRS Report for Congress)
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| Release Date |
Revised Sept. 25, 2008 |
| Report Number |
RL34506 |
| Report Type |
Report |
| Authors |
Wayne A. Morrissey, Knowledge Services Group |
| Source Agency |
Congressional Research Service |
| Older Revisions |
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Summary:
With respect to tsunami disaster warnings for the United States, discussions ensued between the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and NOAA [National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration] about developing a multi-hazard warning and response system and, perhaps, eventually contributing to a global tsunami early warning system. Experts acknowledge that formidable challenges lay ahead in adopting standardized communications protocols and ensuring the interoperability, scope, and purpose of the diverse emergency warning alert systems used by the United States and other countries.
