TED-Ed
TED-Ed: Is the weather actually becoming more extreme? | R. Saravanan
From 2016 to 2019, the world saw record-breaking heat waves, rampant wildfires, and the longest run of category 5 tropical cyclones on record. The number of extreme weather events has been increasing for the last 40 years, and current...
Curated Video
Building a Global Tsunami Early Warning System
This video discusses the importance of early warning systems for tsunamis triggered by earthquakes. It highlights the existing systems in the Pacific Ocean and off the coast of Alaska, and the efforts to extend this network globally,...
Curated Video
What's the One Thing You Can Do To Survive a Tsunami?
While tsunamis happen all over the world, really big ones are rare. But, they can be truly devastating. And what’s more, the West Coast of North America is overdue for a subduction zone earthquake and tsunami that has the potential to be...
Curated Video
Here's Exactly What to Do When the Next Megaquake Hits
Subduction zone earthquakes are the largest and most destructive on earth. In the Pacific northwest lurks the Cascadia Subduction Zone, which has been dormant for centuries and is overdue for its next “big one.” So, In this episode,...
Curated Video
Mass Extinction: Dinosaurs
It's been 65 million years since the dinosaurs became extinct. But what wiped them out? Hear arguments from the Gradualists and Catastrophists. Biology - Adaptation And Evolution - Learning Points. 65 million years ago the dinosaurs...
Curated Video
Earthquakes: MEDC Response
In 2011, an earthquake occurred off the West coast of Japan. As a More Economically Developed Country, Japan was better prepared for the disaster. But could any degree of preparation have prevented the wide devastation caused by the...
Curated Video
Tsunami
Tsunamis are huge volumes of moving water that become monstrous waves when they hit the coast. What causes them and how do they grow to be so dangerous? Earth Science - Geology - Learning Points. Tsunamis are massive volumes of moving...
Wonderscape
The Fukushima Disaster: Japan's Nuclear Crisis
This video explores the Fukushima nuclear disaster of 2011, triggered by Japan's most powerful earthquake and a devastating tsunami. Learn how natural forces overwhelmed the Fukushima Daiichi power plant, leading to reactor meltdowns,...
Curated Video
Devastation and Global Impact of Earthquakes and Tsunamis
This video explains the devastating impact of earthquakes and the connection to fault lines. It specifically focuses on the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, a deadly natural disaster, caused by a powerful earthquake beneath the ocean. The...
Wonderscape
Historic Earthquakes: Tragedy and Triumph in Disaster Response
Explore some of the most significant earthquakes in history, from the ancient tremors in China to the devastating events in San Francisco, Kashmir, Haiti, and Japan. Learn how these events have shaped seismological research and improved...
Great Big Story
The Loudest Sound in History: Unraveling the Krakatoa Eruption of 1883
Dive into the astounding world of sound and explore the loudest noise ever recorded - the eruption of Krakatoa in 1883. From the humble decibels of everyday sounds to the earth-shattering 310dB produced by this volcanic explosion,...
Great Big Story
Building the Tsunami Ball, Chris Robinson's survival innovation
Join Chris Robinson in Palo Alto as he builds the Tsunami Ball, a unique survival capsule for tsunamis.
Curated Video
The Reign of Queen Elizabeth II: A Lifetime of Duty and Devotion
This video provides a glimpse into the extraordinary life and reign of Queen Elizabeth II, showcasing her unwavering dedication to her role as the monarch of the United Kingdom. From her early years and unexpected ascension to the throne...
Curated Video
The Lost Pagodas of Mahabalipuram
The 2004 tsunami off the coast of southern India unveiled massive underwater ruins near Mahabalipuram, stirring excitement about the potential discovery of the six legendary lost pagodas. Controversies soon began regarding the dating of...
Curated Video
Japanese Tsunami Research: Understanding the Power of Killer Waves
This video showcases a groundbreaking Japanese tsunami research project focused on recreating and studying the force and behavior of man-made tsunamis. The scientists aim to use this data to improve seawall designs and evacuation plans,...
Curated Video
Natural Disasters
Natural Disasters lists, defines, and provides examples of various types of natural disasters, including: tornadoes, hurricanes, floods, volcanic eruptions, blizzards, and wildfires.
Curated Video
Family Preparedness Plan
Family Preparedness Plan describes the reasons it is important for a family to have a preparedness plan in place.
Curated Video
How do Earthquakes Happen /What is an Earthquake
Learn about how earthquakes happen, and Divergent, Convergent And Transform boundaries with this fun educational song about tectonic plate boundaries. This video is and adults. Brought to you by KLT. Don't forget to sing along.
Curated Video
Catastrophic Events
Catastrophic Events defines catastrophic events and describes examples of both natural and man-made events.
Let's Tute
The Science of Tsunamis: How They Occur and How to Survive Them
This video explains the science behind tsunamis, including their causes and how they can be predicted. It also provides tips on how to survive a tsunami, such as seeking higher ground and staying away from downed power lines and debris.
Science360
Engineers re-create tsunami debris impacts to measure their force
In a tsunami, devastation is created by far more than the wave itself. Debris that hits homes and other structures plays a huge role in a tsunami's destructive power. But until now, engineers could only estimate the forces at work when...
Ancient Lights Media
Thailand
Video Atlas of Asia: This clip looks at the physical features, climate and culture of Thailand.