Pacific Tsunami Warning Center (PTWC)

The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center (PTWC) is an organization that monitors seismic activity and ocean conditions in the Pacific Ocean to detect potential tsunamis. It uses a network of sensors and data analysis to assess the risk of tsunamis generated by underwater earthquakes or volcanic eruptions. When a threat is identified, the PTWC issues alerts and warnings to encourage timely evacuation and safety measures in coastal communities. Its primary goal is to reduce the impact of tsunamis on lives and property by providing crucial information to local authorities and the public.