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🌊 World Tsunami Awareness Day 🌊 On this World Tsunami Awareness Day, let's remember the importance of preparedness, early warning, and global cooperation in facing natural disasters. Tsunamis may be rare, but their impacts can be devastating. By spreading awareness, we can help protect vulnerable communities and save lives. "Awareness is the first step to preparedness. Let's build a safer world together." – United Nations #TsunamiAwareness #WorldTsunamiDay #DisasterPreparedness #SafetyFirst #Resilience #UN #Unitednations

5 countries with an advanced Tsunami alerts system

These 5️⃣ countries have some of the most advanced tsunami warning systems in the world. Being tsunami ready takes good governance. Is your country tsunami ready? 🌊 https://bit.ly/3CLlUOH #EarlyWarningsForAll #GetToHighGround

Five countries known for their highly advanced tsunami warning systems.

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🌊 20 Years After the 2004 Aceh Tsunami: A Turning Point in Global Disaster Preparedness 🌏   On December 26, 2004, the Indian Ocean tsunami devastated 14 countries, claiming over 227,000 lives, with Indonesia suffering the most, losing 167,000 people. This tragedy marked a pivotal moment in shaping how the world responds to disasters, leading to several transformative initiatives:   📌 Hyogo Framework for Action (2005–2015): A UN-led global plan to reduce disaster risks, focusing on governance, early warning systems, and community resilience. 📌 Indian Ocean Tsunami Warning and Mitigation System (IOTWMS): Established under UNESCO, this system introduced seismic and ocean-monitoring networks across the Indian Ocean, enabling timely tsunami alerts 📌 Cluster Approach to Humanitarian Response: To improve coordination in emergencies, the UN introduced the Cluster Approach, streamlining global response efforts across key sectors like health, shelter, logistics, etc 📌 International Health Regulations (IHR 2005): Developed by WHO, the IHR created a legal framework to strengthen public health capacities to detect and respond to all emergencies, including natural disasters, on a global scale. 📌 Global Humanitarian Response: Over $14 billion in aid mobilized a united global effort to provide emergency relief and support long-term recovery. 📌 Helsinki Peace Agreement (2005): In Aceh, Indonesia, the tsunami unexpectedly catalyzed peace, ending decades of conflict between the Free Aceh Movement (GAM) and the Indonesian government.   The 2004 tsunami was a defining moment that showed both the deep vulnerability and the remarkable resilience of humanity in the face of unimaginable challenges.   📽️ To commemorate this turning point, watch this incredible National Geographic documentary on Tsunami: Race Against Time https://lnkd.in/exu4VUJy  

World Tsunami Day: Remembering the Past, Preparing for the Future Today, December 5th, marks World Tsunami Day, a day to honor the lives lost and affected by tsunamis worldwide. Key Statistics: - 270,000 lives lost in the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami - 15% of global natural disaster-related deaths due to tsunamis - $300 billion in economic losses since 2000 Lessons Learned: 1. Early warning systems save lives 2. Preparedness and evacuation plans are crucial 3. International cooperation and support are vital What We Can Do: 1. Support disaster risk reduction initiatives 2. Promote tsunami awareness and education 3. Invest in early warning systems and infrastructure Let's Work Together: To build resilient communities To protect lives and livelihoods To create a safer, more sustainable future Share Your Thoughts: How can we improve tsunami preparedness and response? What initiatives are you #WorldTsunamiDay #DisasterRiskReduction #Resilience #Sustainability #InternationalCooperation Marpu Foundation | NGO

VIDEO 2 OF 7: RESPONDERS NEED WARNINGS TOO On the 20th anniversary of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, Pacific Disaster Center opened up about its role in the long-term response and recovery—sharing how the tragedy transformed the small Center in the middle of the Pacific and forever changed the world. WATCH ALL 7 KEY INTERVIEW TAKEAWAYS ABOUT WHAT HAPPENED AND IF WE’RE SAFER TODAY #SaferWorld #EarlyWarningForAll #indianocean #tsunami #disasteraware https://lnkd.in/gD_ynk_D

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