Tsunami, scientists’ warnings indicate the possibility of a giant tsunami as a result of climate change, and this phenomenon causes underwater landslides in Antarctica.
Previous studies have shown that during periods of global warming over the past millions of years, loose sediment layers formed and slid off, generating massive waves that reached the shores of South America, New Zealand and Southeast Asia.
This research comes to reveal the great geographic danger that could cause huge loss of life, and the need to understand the impact of climate change on the stability of the region and to anticipate its occurrence in the future.
Tsunami landslides and the impact of climate change
A study published in the journal Nature Communications indicates that climate change could lead to landslides under the sea in Antarctica, which poses a great geographic danger. Weak sediment layers.
The study indicates that the weak sediment layers were formed during two periods, the first about 3 million years ago in the middle of the warm Pliocene era, and the second about 15 million years ago during the Miocene era. .
The impact of the tsunami on the affected countries
Countries located in the Pacific Ocean and the Atlantic Ocean are among the countries most vulnerable to the impact of the Antarctic tsunami. These countries include the United States of America, New Zealand, Japan, the Philippines, and Indonesia. These countries have great strategic and economic importance, and Antarctica is a serious threat to its stability and security.
Environmental and economic effects of the tsunami
The Antarctic tsunami has severe environmental and economic impacts on the affected countries. These giant waves may cause huge losses in life and property, and cause the destruction of coastal facilities and infrastructure.
In addition, the marine environment and marine life are greatly affected, as marine pollution can occur as a result of oil spills and industrial waste resulting from the disasters resulting from it, which also works to change the nature of the beaches and form new terrain.
Preparations for the Antarctic tsunami
Early warnings and good preparations are vital to responding to the Antarctic tsunami. Governments and relevant agencies must play a major role in developing and implementing plans to protect populations, vital facilities and the economy.
There must be an effective system for monitoring earthquakes, identifying potential tsunami sources, and disseminating quick and accurate warnings for vulnerable areas. In addition, public awareness and awareness of the population must be strengthened about the risks and actions to be taken in the event of an occurrence.
The global role in tackling the tsunami
Challenges related to the Antarctic tsunami require international cooperation and joint efforts to address this danger. Countries and international organizations such as the United Nations and the World Meteorological Organization must work to enhance cooperation in the field of monitoring and exchange of information and experiences. Countries must provide technical and financial support to affected and at-risk countries to strengthen Its ability to respond and reduce live and material losses.
The warnings of Antarctica constitute an urgent warning to countries at risk, and require good preparations and international cooperation to address this danger. Concerned governments and organizations must be fully prepared and work to improve monitoring, forecasting and early warning systems, and enhance public awareness, education and actions to be taken, through joint efforts. , We can reduce the damage caused by tsunamis and protect people’s lives and the marine environment.
