Get Virtual Care
Tsunami
Tsunamis are a natural disaster consisting of giant waves that result from earthquakes. These waves can cause damage and injury due to direct impact, flooding, and stagnant pools of water.
Dr. Jeff Livingston reviewed this
24 year experience in Obstetrics and Gynecology
How long it usually lasts:
How common it is:
Related questions
A 39-year old male asked:
What do I do during a tsunami watch?
2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in
A 39-year old male asked:
What are the warning signs of a tsunami?
2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in
A 48-year old asked:
Would a life jacket help if a tsunami strikes?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
A 39-year old male asked:
When can I return home after a flood or tsunami?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
A 39-year old male asked:
Once I know my tsunami evacuation routes, what next?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
A 39-year old male asked:
How can I let my family know I'm safe after a tsunami?
2 doctor answers • 7 doctors weighed in
A 39-year old male asked:
How can I protect my children in the case of a tsunami?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
A 39-year old male asked:
How can I prepare if I live in a flood or tsunami zone?
3 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
A 39-year old male asked:
Will my insurance cover flood damage or tsunami damage?
2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in
A 53-year old asked:
What are the most common injuries seen in people after a tsunami?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
A 44-year old asked:
Pre disaster planning for tsunami?
4 doctor answers • 17 doctors weighed in
A 32-year old asked:
After and on a tsunami outbreak what will I do?
2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in
A 39-year old male asked:
What should I do if I live, work, or often visit a tsunami zone?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
A 39-year old male asked:
How do I know if my home, office, or school is at risk from tsunamis?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
A 66-year old male asked:
Why do some earthquakes in the ocean cause Tsunamis, and others do not?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
A 32-year old asked:
How does it feel to be caught in tsunami debris choking on muddy water, with sharp objects tearing you apart?
2 doctor answers • 5 doctors weighed in
A female asked:
My friend went to Japan, 8 hours from Fukishima (tsunami/nuclear reactor). Would she have any radiation, would it spread to me or clothes? And why?
2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in
A female asked:
My friend went to Japan, 8 hours from Fukishima (tsunami/nuclear reactor). Would she have any radiation, would it spread to me or clothes?why?detail
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
A female asked:
I touched shampoo bottles from Japan. From 3 yrs ago where the tsunami/nuclear reactors happened. Would radiation be on me or my clothes? And why?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
A 34-year old female asked:
Am I dying?
2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in
A 19-year old asked:
Am I dying?
2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in
A 37-year old female asked:
Im a nurse?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
A 22-year old female asked:
I have cold?
2 doctor answers • 5 doctors weighed in
A member asked:
Am i dying ?
1 doctor answer • 5 doctors weighed in
A 34-year old male asked:
What is asp?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
A 27-year old male asked:
I have cold?
2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in
A 25-year old male asked:
Pls help me?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
A 44-year old male asked:
I am a cold?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
A 32-year old female asked:
I dont know?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
A female asked:
Why am I fat?
2 doctor answers • 6 doctors weighed in
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
