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Tracy Arm fjord

Coverage of Tracy Arm fjord in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: May 6 · 12:00 UTCMost recent: May 10 · 11:00 UTC
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Alaskaplace2Aram Fathianperson1University of Calgaryorganization1South Sawyer Glacierplace1Lituya Bayplace1Eiffel Towertopic1
Recent coverage
  • 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.

  • SCIENCEMay 6 · 12:00 UTCTHE GUARDIAN WORLD
    Alaska’s 2025 mega tsunami highlights risk to cruise lines as glaciers retreat

    A mega tsunami in Alaska's Tracy Arm fjord reached 481 meters in height after a rockslide triggered by glacier retreat. The event highlights the risks of coastal rockslides and glacier retreat fueled by the climate crisis. Researchers warn of the dangers to cruise lines visiting the area.