The seismic sea wave, or tsunami, has been one of the most destructive natural hazards within the Pacific Basin. Mitigation procedures are especially vital to these coastal populations in areas close to the source of the tsunami. Developing countries, with minimal or no regional warning systems, cannot be alerted of tsunamis originating close to their shores until approximately one hour after generation due to the present operating limitations of existing Pacific-wide tsunami warning network. A "gap" exists in the present warning structure. The purpose of the THRUST project has been to examine existing technology and to ascertain if an early warning system can be designed that would fill the "gap" in nations with minimal or no regional warning systems.