UNDRR Concept Note: World Tsunami Awareness Day 2026

Countries: World, Chile, Indonesia, Japan, Tonga Source: UN Office for Disaster Risk Reduction Please refer to the attached file. The theme of World Tsunami Awareness Day 2026, on 5 November, is “Be Tsunami Ready: Resilience Starts With You”. It builds on WTAD 2025’s emphasis on investment in preparedness by focusing on individual and community action. The theme supports global messaging on recognising natural tsunami warning signs, moving immediately to high ground or inland when needed, knowing local evacuation routes, preparing household emergency plans, taking part in community drills, and