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What is the tsunami hazard in Sri Lanka?
In the area you have selected (Sri Lanka) tsunami hazard is classified as medium according to the information that is currently available. This means that there is more than a 10% chance of a potentially-damaging tsunami occurring in the next 50 years.
How likely is a tsunami in the next 50 years?
This means that there is more than a 10% chance of a potentially-damaging tsunami occurring in the next 50 years. Based on this information, the impact of tsunami should be considered in different phases of the project for any activities located near the coast.
What are the most vulnerable locations to tsunamis?
Communications, communication cables and energy networks often follow the roads and may cross waterways on bridges that are vulnerable to tsunami impact. Energy supply, refining, and storage facilities are often in coastal locations. Near-shore and off-shore oil and gas supply platforms, bores and pipes are vulnerable.
How is public health affected by tsunamis?
Public health is often compromised following a tsunami due to damaged sanitation services, loss of refrigeration, water-borne disease and lack of availability of health services and food.
