Coastlines at risk of giant earthquakes and their mega tsunamis

RMS has researched the potential risk posed by giant earthquakes (>M8.8) and their associated tsunami. The comprehensive study examined the record of giant earthquakes to produce a global catalog of giant earthquakes from 1550 to 2015. Subduction zones globally were examined to understand all potential sources for M9 events, particularly on subduction zones that have not produced such high magnitude events in history. In addition, RMS developed the RMS Global Tsunami Scenario Catalog, providing the most comprehensive global coverage of potential tsunami events on all major subduction zones worldwide to highlight where these catastrophic events can occur and the multiple coastlines that could be impacted.