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Lituya Bay

Coverage of Lituya Bay in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: May 10 · 11:00 UTCMost recent: May 10 · 11:00 UTC
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Aram Fathianperson1University of Calgaryorganization1Tracy Arm fjordplace1Alaskaplace1South Sawyer Glacierplace1
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  • SCIENCEMay 10 · 11:00 UTCARS TECHNICA
    Huge landslide created a 500-meter-high tsunami in a major tourist area

    A massive landslide in Alaska's Tracy Arm fjord created a 500-meter-high tsunami, which is the second highest ever recorded on Earth. The event occurred at 5:26 am local time on August 10, 2025, and fortunately, there were no injuries or fatalities reported. The landslide was studied by researchers, including Aram Fathian from the University of Calgary.