An 8.8-magnitude earthquake in Russia's Far East triggered tsunami alerts, emphasizing tsunami risks to coastal communities. The U.S. faces significant tsunami threats, particularly in the Pacific Northwest due to the Cascadia Subduction Zone. Tsunamis occur about twice a year near sources and less often in distant events. Coastal areas such as Hawaii, Alaska, and the U.S. West Coast are vulnerable to tsunamis from distant earthquakes. Homes in tsunami inundation zones are at increased risk. Standard homeowners insurance does not typically cover tsunami damage, necessitating separate flood insurance policies.
Tsunamis are rare but can be catastrophic, occurring about twice a year near the source and less frequently in distant events.
The Pacific Northwest, especially the Cascadia Subduction Zone, is at high risk for a devastating earthquake and tsunami event known as 'The Really Big One.'
Coastal areas like Hawaii, Alaska, and the U.S. West Coast have experienced tsunamis from distant earthquakes, highlighting the widespread vulnerability.
Standard homeowners insurance typically does not cover tsunami damage, necessitating the purchase of separate flood insurance policies, which can be obtained through the NFIP or private insurers.
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