Showing papers by "George F. Carrier published in 1997"
TL;DR: In addition to the primary damage they do, earthquakes can cause tsunamis, massive ocean swells that can inundate coastal regions as discussed by the authors, which can be caused by earthquakes.
Abstract: In addition to the primary damage they do, earthquakes can cause tsunamis, massive ocean swells that can inundate coastal regions. In their Perspective, Synolakis
et al. describe results presented at a workshop on the interface between seismology and tsunami hydrodynamics held in Santa Monica in May 1997. The authors discuss the highlights of the meeting and summarize future directions for research.
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