Study Confirms Alaska Landslide Triggered Second Largest Megatsunami

A new study has confirmed that a massive landslide in Alaska triggered a 481-meter high megatsunami, which is now recognized as the second largest ever recorded. The research details the scale and cause of the colossal wave event.

6 May, 12:00 — 6 May, 12:00

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Massive Alaska megatsunami was second largest ever recorded

A new scientific analysis of the event shows tiny earthquakes triggered a massive landslide.

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Massive Alaska megatsunami was second largest ever recorded

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Study Confirms Alaska Landslide Triggered Second Largest Megatsunami

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Studie: Fjeldskred udløste 481 meter høj tsunami i Alaska

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