CoastWave project: strengthening coastal communities' resilience to tsunamis
This UNESCO project aims to strengthen the resilience of vulnerable coastal communities in the North-East Atlantic and Mediterranean region to tsunamis and other sea-level hazards. On completion, the selected communities will better understand the risks, have improved communication strategies and be recognised as “Tsunami Ready”. The sustainability of the Inexpensive Device for Sea Level (IDSL) network will also be improved.
Project components:
- Adapt the global Tsunami Ready standards and pilot the programme in the region.
- Install tsunami detection and warning equipment.
- Assess and secure the sustainability of the IDSL network.
Project outcomes:
- Greater commitment by NEAMTWS Member States to Tsunami Ready programmes.
- Better risk communication and understanding in selected communities.
- Coastal communities better prepared to respond to sea-level hazards.
- Improved access to detection and early warning technology.
- Long-term sustainability of the IDSL network.
