Tsunami Detection Buoys

Tsunami detection buoys are specialized floating sensors deployed in oceans to monitor for wave patterns indicating a potential tsunami. They are equipped with instruments that measure changes in water pressure, motion, and sea level. When a large undersea earthquake or disturbance occurs, the buoys detect the abnormal water movements, transmitting data in real-time to warning centers. This early detection system allows authorities to assess the threat level quickly and issue timely alerts to coastal communities, helping to save lives and reduce damage from these powerful and often unpredictable natural events.