Tsunamis Tsunamis have occurred on many occasions all around the world. These massive waves have been caused by eruptions, landslides, earthquakes, and other natural disasters. Each tsunami may be different from the next thus preventing the exact measurements and dynamics to be pinpointed. In recent years though, more efficient and precise methods of detection have been developed, providing us with increased knowledge about the mysterious monster wave in addition to warning locations before they are hit. Tsunami, a Japanese word, means ³great wave in harbor.² They have frequently brought death, destruction, and eventual economic hardships to Japan in its harbors and coastal v