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Davies, G. | Sexton, J.
Abstract
In the early hours of 23 May 1960, an earthquake and tsunami struck Chile. There were no morning television shows and newspapers had already been printed for the day. Tsunami warning systems for Australia did not exist and there were no tools nor knowledge to help Australia prepare. Thankfully, we live in different times.
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Cnr Jerrabomberra Ave and Hindmarsh Dr GPO Box 378
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- EARTH SCIENCES
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- tsunami hazard
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- tsunami warning
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Marking the 60th anniversary of the Chile earthquake and tsunami, this is a general news article to raise awareness of tsunami awareness aimed at the emergency management sector
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Prepared to promote GA role in tsunami risk management in collaboration with the Chair of the Australian Tsunami Advisory Group (GA is co-secretariat)
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