Dr. Russell S. Shapiro 
Faculty, CSU, Chico Department of Geological and Environmental Sciences 

As Dr. Shapiro explains, the word “tsunami” literally means “harbor wave.” Tsunamis, also known as tidal waves, all occur due to a shifting of land below water. Dr. Shapiro talks about the causes and history of tsunamis. He also discusses ways to be prepared for a tsunami, and he maintains that “nobody should ever die from a tsunami.” 

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Recorded: April 13, 2011