Re: [Paddlewise] tsunamis

From: Karen Hancock <magpi_at_transport.com>
Date: Thu, 11 Nov 1999 14:29:29 -0800
> When the' 64 earthquake hit Alaska it produced a lot of Tsumani activity.
>

Some interesting info about the Good Friday quake can be found here:
http://wwwneic.cr.usgs.gov/neis/eqlists/USA/1964_03_28.html

Regarding tsunamis, the effects were widespread....
The shock generated a tsunami that devasted many towns along the Gulf of
Alaska, and left serious damage at Alberni and Port Alberni, Canada, along
the West Coast of the United States (15 killed), and in Hawaii. The maximum
wave height recorded was 67 meters at Valdez Inlet. Seiche action in rivers,
lakes, bayous, and protected harbors and waterways along the Gulf Coast of
Louisiana and Texas caused minor damage. It was also recorded on tide gages
in Cuba and Puerto Rico.

karen

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