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Historical Tsunami Impact Database
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The Global Historical Tsunami Database offers insights into tsunami occurrences across the world. It provides information on over 2,400 historical tsunami events and related details, spanning from 2100 BC to the present day. The dataset covers events in the Atlantic, Indian, and Pacific Oceans, as well as the Mediterranean and Caribbean Seas. This collection of data allows for exploration of past tsunami events globally and supports efforts to predict potential damage, including loss of life, destroyed homes, and financial costs. Due to the significant time period covered, the quality of the data varies, with the trustworthiness of each record indicated in the EVENT_VALIDITY column.
Columns
- ID: A unique identifier for each tsunami event.
- YEAR: The year in which the tsunami event occurred.
- MONTH: The month of the tsunami event.
- DAY: The day of the tsunami event.
- HOUR: The hour of the tsunami event. Note that approximately 42% of records have missing values for this column.
- MINUTE: The minute of the tsunami event. Note that approximately 45% of records have missing values for this column.
- LATITUDE: The geographical latitude of the tsunami's origin or impact.
- LONGITUDE: The geographical longitude of the tsunami's origin or impact.
- LOCATION_NAME: The specific name of the location affected by the tsunami.
- COUNTRY: The country where the tsunami event took place.
- REGION: The broader geographical region associated with the tsunami.
- CAUSE: The identified cause of the tsunami, such as an earthquake or volcanic activity.
- EVENT_VALIDITY: An indicator of the trustworthiness of the event record, noting that older records may be more questionable.
- EQ_MAGNITUDE: The magnitude of the earthquake that triggered the tsunami, if applicable. Approximately 35% of records have missing values for this column.
- EQ_DEPTH: The depth of the earthquake that triggered the tsunami, if applicable. Approximately 60% of records have missing values for this column.
- TS_INTENSITY: The recorded intensity of the tsunami. Approximately 51% of records have missing values for this column.
- DAMAGE_TOTAL_DESCRIPTION: An estimated description of the total damage in US dollars. Approximately 53% of records have missing values for this column.
- HOUSES_TOTAL_DESCRIPTION: A description of the total number of houses destroyed. Approximately 73% of records have missing values for this column.
- DEATHS_TOTAL_DESCRIPTION: A description of the total number of deaths caused by the tsunami. Approximately 70% of records have missing values for this column.
- URL: A web address providing more information for a specific tsunami event.
- COMMENTS: Additional remarks or details about the tsunami event.
Distribution
The dataset is provided as a tabular CSV file, named
tsunami_dataset.csv, with a file size of 2.4 MB. It contains data for over 2,400 tsunami events, structured across 21 distinct columns.Usage
This dataset is well-suited for a variety of applications, including:
- Exploring historical tsunami occurrences across the globe.
- Developing models to predict the damage (e.g., deaths, houses destroyed, financial cost) caused by tsunamis.
- Conducting historical analysis of natural disasters.
- Assessing tsunami risk for coastal regions.
- Informing disaster preparedness and mitigation strategies.
- Geographical studies related to oceanographic and seismic activity.
Coverage
The data encompasses tsunami events worldwide, specifically covering the Atlantic, Indian, and Pacific Oceans, along with the Mediterranean and Caribbean Seas. The time range for the events spans an extensive period from 2100 BC up to the present day (with years ranging from -2000 to 2020). It is important to note that the quality of the data can vary considerably due to the long historical period represented. The trustworthiness of individual records is indicated by the EVENT_VALIDITY column. Many columns, such as HOUR, MINUTE, EQ_MAGNITUDE, EQ_DEPTH, TS_INTENSITY, DAMAGE_TOTAL_DESCRIPTION, HOUSES_TOTAL_DESCRIPTION, and DEATHS_TOTAL_DESCRIPTION, have a notable percentage of missing values.
License
CC0: Public Domain
Who Can Use It
- Researchers: Those studying natural disasters, historical events, and geophysical phenomena can utilise this data for academic purposes.
- Disaster Risk Management Organisations: Entities involved in preparing for and responding to natural hazards can leverage the data for risk assessment and strategic planning.
- Data Scientists and Analysts: Individuals interested in predictive modelling and analysing the impact of natural disasters will find this dataset valuable.
- Geographers and Oceanographers: Professionals and academics focusing on geographical and marine science studies.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- Global Tsunami Event History
- Historical Tsunami Impact Database
- World Tsunami Data Archive
- Natural Disaster Tsunami Records
- Oceanic Tsunami Events
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Original Data Source: Historical Tsunami Impact Database
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