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Early Warning Systems of Tsunami & Ocean Related Hazards
during 02-06 September 2024
Organized by
International Training Centre for Operational Oceanography (ITCOocean)
INCOIS, Hyderabad, India.

Overview:

This training course provides an in-depth understanding of the science, technology, and operational aspects of early warning systems (EWS) for tsunamis and other ocean-related hazards. It aims to strengthen the technical capacity of participants in hazard monitoring, risk assessment, forecasting, and dissemination of warnings. The course combines expert lectures with practical hands-on sessions and real-time simulation exercises.

Aims and objectives:

  • To provide comprehensive knowledge of tsunamis and other ocean-related hazards such as storm surges and swells.
  • To introduce participants to early warning frameworks, modeling techniques, and communication strategies.
  • To train participants in the use of observational platforms, numerical models, GIS, and decision-support systems.
  • To strengthen national and regional coordination for disaster risk reduction and preparedness.

    • Learning Outcomes:

    • Understand the scientific principles behind tsunamis, storm surges, swells, and other ocean-related hazards.
    • Apply knowledge of early warning system (EWS) frameworks for effective hazard detection and response.
    • Design and evaluate warning dissemination strategies to reach at-risk populations effectively.
    • Conduct risk assessments and simulate real-time emergency scenarios to test preparedness levels.
    • Collaborate with national and regional agencies to improve coordination and communication during marine hazard events.
    • Contribute to strengthening institutional capacity for disaster risk reduction and community resilience.

      • Target Audience:

      The target audience for this course :

      • The officials from Oman Early Warning Center.

        • Application Process :

        By Nomination.

        Programme Dates:
        02-06 September 2024

        Venue:

        International Training Centre for Operational Oceanography (ITCOocean),
        Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS),
        Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India,
        "Ocean Valley", Pragathi Nagar (B.O), Nizampet (S.O),
        Hyderabad - 500 090, INDIA

        Faculty:

        • Mr. M. Nagaraja Kumar
        • Dr. Ch. Patanjali Kumar
        • Dr. Dipankar Saikia
        • Dr. B. Ajay Kumar
        • Mr. J. Padmanabham
        • Dr. K. Siva Srinivas
        • Dr. Prakash Mohanty
        • Dr. RS Mahendra
        • Dr. Ajay Kumar
        • Mr. Chandrasekhar

          • Course Coordinators:
          Dr. T V S Udaya Bhaskar

          For any queries please contact:

          • For any queries related to this course:
            Dr. T V S Udaya Bhaskar
            Head, Ocean Data Management (ODM) &
            Programme Planning and Coordination Group (PPC)
            E-mail: itcoocean@incois.gov.in/uday@incois.gov.in


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