Meteotsunamis: Understanding and Predicting Weather-Driven Oceanic Waves

Explore the fascinating world of meteotsunamis in this 26-minute press conference from the Ocean Sciences Meeting 2018. Learn about these large oceanic waves driven by weather events, distinguishing them from seismic-triggered tsunamis. Discover their occurrence in various bodies of water worldwide, including the Great Lakes, Gulf of Mexico, Atlantic Ocean, Mediterranean Sea, Adriatic Sea, and off the Australian coast. Gain insights into the ongoing scientific efforts to understand meteotsunamis, assess their hazards to coastal communities, and develop reliable early warning systems. Hear from expert researchers as they discuss the current state of meteotsunami science and the progress towards creating early warning systems for the Great Lakes and coastal United States.