2009HiMCM数模竞赛B题

2009HiMCM数模学术活动B题

Problem B

Problem: Tsunami ("Wipe Out!")

Recent events have reminded us about the devastating effects of distant or underwater earthquakes.

Build a model that compares the devastation of various-sized earthquakes and their resulting Tsunamis on the following cities: San Francisco, CA; Hilo, HI; New Orleans, LA; Charleston, SC; New York, NY; Boston, MA; and any city of your choice.

Prepare an article for the local newspaper that explains what you discovered in your model about one of these cities.