Information about Tsunamis in Ternate, Maluku, Indonesia

How to prepare

This page is a part of a MSc thesis and is not meant to be used as an official advice.

Maluku has been declared one of the tsunami risk zones in Indonesia. Even though it is a very rare event, consequences can be devastating. There are a few things you can do upfront to be more ready for a tsunami.

Learn what a tsunami is

Understanding what causes a tsunami and how it works can help you notice early signs of it and help you evaluate your situation better.

Get tsunami alerts to your phone

Get notified via a text message if a tsunami alert is issued in Maluku area. Learning about a hazard as early as possible can save your life.

When a warning is issued

Familiarise yourself with this quick-to-read, simple list of actions to take when a tsunami warning is issued. Knowing what to do can save lives.

Build a safer house

When designing buildings you can take tsunami risk into account and build a safer, more tsunami-resistant house.

Learn more

Safer, Affordable house

When building in low-laying ares is inevitable and budget is constrained, consider building a house with break-away walls.

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House on stilts

When building in low-laying ares is inevitable and safety is your main concern, consider building a house on stilts.

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Useful Maps

Maps depicting safe and hazardous areas of Ternate.

Potential Expansion Areas

Find safe areas for building

Hospitals in Safe Areas

Find hospitals

Refuge

Find potential post-disaster refuge

Tsunami Hazard Areas

See areas reachable by tsunami

Volcano Hazard Areas

See areas endangered by volcanic activity

Ternate Zoning Map

Areas of the island by their purpose

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