The Worst Tsunamis Of All Time

"Describes the worst tsunamis in history, as well as causes, types, and disaster tips"--Provided by publisher.

Water rushes out to sea out of nowhere. Suddenly, huge waves come crashing inland. It's a tsunami!

Describes the nature of tsunamis, where they occur, what causes them, how they do damage, famous tsunamis, and ways to keep safe from them.

Uses historical research and personal accounts of survivors to tell the story of the tsunamis that hit Crescent City, California on Good Friday, 1964, which damaged hundreds of homes and businesses and killed eleven people. Includes some information about Alaska.

On Good Friday, 1964, the residents of Crescent City in Northern California were preparing for the Easter weekend. Little did they know, but the worst earthquake in U.S. history was ripping Alaska apart. The 9.2 magnitude quake caused a tsunami that sped across the Pacific faster than a jet liner. The huge waves surged into U.S. coastal towns and aimed straight at the heart of the town, creating death, destruction, victims, and heroes alike in short time. Nature was on a rampage.

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