Next Animation Studio
Why supervolcanoes are not our problem, but these seven areas of volcanic activity are
Several smaller volcanoes located next to key infrastructure should be our main priority when planning to combat the effects of volcanic activity, according to a new study.
NASA
NASA | Tohoku Tsunami Creates Antarctic Icebergs
Nearly 50 square miles of ice broke off the Sulzberger Ice Shelf on the coast of Antarctica, resulting from waves generated by the Tohoku earthquake and tsunami that struck Japan in March 2011.
Next Animation Studio
Scientists surprised by the strength of earthquake-triggered tsunami in Sulawesi island
Scientists have a theory about what might have caused the tsunami that followed the earthquake in Indonesia last week to be so destructive.
NASA
Tsunami Study Challenges Long-held Formation Theory
A new NASA study is challenging a long-held theory on how tsunamis form and offering a new method for forecasting the powerful waves. Most tsunamis result from a massive shifting of the seafloor -- usually from the subduction, or...
Mazz Media
Earthquake Preparedness
In this live-action program viewers will learn that earthquake preparedness focuses on three stages: readiness, response and recovery. Students will come to understand that preparation for an emergency isn’t just to be safe during an...
Visual Learning Systems
Origins of Earthquakes
The video discusses the 1964 Alaska earthquake, one of the strongest earthquakes ever recorded in North America. The video explains the concept of the earthquake epicenter and focus, and notes that earthquakes can occur under the ocean....
Science360
Decoding Disasters: Are We Prepared For Another 9-11?
The Disaster Research Center at the University of Delaware aims to help communities become as prepared as possible for unplanned, sometimes unthinkable events. The Center's work and guidelines have been adopted by the Federal Emergency...
Mazz Media
Bailey's Big Back Yard: Powerful Weather
Bailey learns the way in which weather affects people all over the world. Through his adventure, he comes to understand how weather affects the clothes we wear, our homes as well as the animals and land all around us.
Science360
Surviving a Tsunami - Vertical Evacuation - Science Nation
It's called a wavemaker, and it's a honkin' 300 feet long and 12 feet wide. With support from the National Science Foundation, this huge new tool, the largest of its type in the United States, is helping scientists perform large scale...
Science360
Passport to Discovery - Surf's Up!
Today your Passport to Discovery takes you to Oregon State University at their Wave Research Laboratory. Come learn how this facility uses two different wave making pools to recreate natural disasters and learn how NSF supports this...
Next Animation Studio
How a nuclear reactor's cooling system works
Friday's magnitude 8.9 earthquake and the resulting tsunami damaged cooling systems at Japanese nuclear reactors. A reactor's cooling system circulates water from pond surrounding the reactor's core. If the water stops circulating it...
Curated Video
I WONDER - How Fast Can Tsunami Waves Travel?
This video is answering the question of how fast can tsunami waves travel.
Mediacorp
Exploring Indonesia's Undocumented Islands
In this video, a government mapping team in Indonesia is on a mission to find and register the country's missing islands. With the help of a drone, they discover three undocumented islands, but face challenges in confirming their status....
Next Animation Studio
Indonesia tsunami caused by volcano eruption
A deadly tsunami struck coastal towns on the islands of Sumatra and Java, Indonesia on Saturday.
Science360
The Great Pacific Garbage Patch explained
In light of the sheer physical enormity of the Great Pacific Garbage Patch and the complexity of its causes, what can we possibility do about it? Perhaps help protect some vulnerable populations of wildlife from marine garbage in coastal...
Mediacorp
Indonesia's Palm Oil Industry: The Blame Game and Environmental Consequences
This video explores the issue of forest fires caused by the palm oil industry in Indonesia. It examines the different perspectives on who is responsible for these fires, with the focus on small-scale farmers who resort to slash and burn...
Mediacorp
The Impact of Palm Oil: Controversies and Challenges in Indonesia
This video explores the impact of the oil palm tree on Indonesia, focusing on its negative reputation due to deforestation, climate change, human rights abuses, and land conflicts. It highlights the economic benefits and high...
Curated Video
Understanding the Powerful Waves of Tsunamis
Learn about the causes of tsunamis, their characteristics, and the destruction they can cause. Tsunamis are a form of natural disaster where a huge wave or waves form. Understand the importance of preparing for these powerful storms, as...
Wonderscape
Science Kids: Earthquakes Around the World
This video provides an overview of earthquakes, including their causes, measurement, and notable earthquakes in history. It also discusses the importance of earthquake preparedness and provides tips on how to create an emergency plan and...
Let's Tute
Understanding Floods: Causes, Consequences, and Prevention
This video explains the causes of floods and their devastating consequences on a nation's economy, environment, and people. It also discusses the factors that contribute to floods and how they can be prevented through water conservation...
Ancient Lights Media
Japan: Overview of Geography and Climate
Video Atlas of Asia: This clip offers an overview of Japan's climate and geography.
Physics Girl
How science explains monster waves
Rogue waves - enormous, spontaneous surface waves in the open ocean - were once the tall tales of sailors. They are waves that reach 2-3x taller than the largest average waves in the area, reaching heights of 75 – 100ft. With the help of...
Next Animation Studio
The anatomy of a tsunami
Friday's magnitude 8.9 earthquake off the northeastern coast of Japan triggered a 23-foot tsunami that reached as far inland as Tokyo and killed hundreds of people. The violent vibrations of an earthquake push a column of water up and...