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The Mysterious Tsunami that Destroyed Palu, Indonesia - New Findings

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Explore the scientific investigation into the unexpected and devastating tsunami that struck Palu, Indonesia, following a Mw 7.8 earthquake on September 28, 2018. Delve into new findings from fieldwork, modeling, and other research methods presented by experts during this 44-minute press conference at the AGU Fall Meeting 2018. Gain insights from scientists Udrekh Al Hanif, Hermann Fritz, and A.P. van Dongeren as they unravel the mystery behind the tsunami's unusually large size, which was inconsistent with the type of fault rupture that caused the earthquake. Learn about the latest discoveries in understanding the generation mechanism of this catastrophic event that destroyed the city of Palu, and its implications for future tsunami risk assessment and preparedness.

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Fall Meeting 2018 Press Conference: The mysterious tsunami that destroyed Palu, Indonesia


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