A massive landslide in Alaska's Tracy Arm Fjord on August 10, 2025, generated a localized tsunami reaching an astonishing 481 meters, making it the second-highest wave ever recorded. This colossal wave dwarfed the Empire State Building in height and scoured vegetation from the fjord's steep walls. Fortunately, the early morning timing of the event meant no vessels were present, preventing casualties. Researchers linked the landslide to climate change, noting that retreating glaciers due to warming temperatures destabilized the mountainside. AI
RANK_REASON The article details a scientific study published in the journal Science about a natural phenomenon. [lever_c_demoted from research: ic=1 ai=0.1]
- Alaska
- August 10, 2025
- Dan Shugar
- Empire State Building
- Science
- Tracy Arm Fjord
- University of Calgary
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