IMMERSIVE SIMULATION OF NATURAL HAZARDS FOR ENHANCED PUBLIC AWARENESS AND DISASTER PREPAREDNESS

Virtual reality (VR) has become a transformative force in understanding and responding to natural disasters. The TsuRuni project is at the forefront of this innovation, offering a virtual reality experience that simulates natural hazards, such as tsunamis and flooding, with unprecedented realism and interactivity. By leveraging Unreal Engine and WebGPU technologies, TsuRuni creates digital twins of real- world cities to deliver immersive simulations that are not only visually stunning but also grounded in accurate data representations. TsuRuni’s virtual reality experience offers a first-person perspective, interactive elements for user engagement, and narrative integration, all optimized for a range of VR headsets. This project not only aims to advance public awareness and education regarding natural hazards but also serves as a testbed for developing new coastal protection and disaster preparedness solutions.