Evidence of the Cause of the Tsunami

Scientists Reveal First Photographic Evidence of the Cause of the Tsunami PHUCKET, THAILAND. 26 May 2005. An international team of the world's leading scientists has just returned from the first ever scientific expedition to dive an amazing 4,500 metres deep into ocean water to explore the seabed site of the 2004 Asian Tsunami. They have revealed dramatic photographic evidence of seafloor ruptures that contributed to the deadly December 26 tsunami wave. The expedition included Census of Marine Life biologists. Full press release and large image available.

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Keywords: TSUNAMI, SEAFLOOR, EARTHQUAKE, GEOLOGICAL ACTIVITY

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Related Topics: Impact of Tsunamis on Ecosystems, Deep Sea Ecosystems, Tsunamis, Tsunami warning systems, Indian Ocean

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