4 mHighest wave
Tsunami of 3 April 1787: off Mexico
A tsunami started off the coast of Mexico on 3 April 1787; cause: earthquake. The highest wave reached 4 m. It is recorded at 3 places.
3 April 178715:30 UTC
earthquakeCause · M7.3
–Deaths
3Places the wave reached · questionable
Where it started and where the wave arrived
< 0,5 m0,5–2 m2–5 m5–10 m≥ 10 m
Places the wave reached
| Town | Countries reached | Water height | From the source | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ranchito | Mexico | 4 m | 228 km | |
| Estacahuite · 0 km | Mexico | 4 m | 58 km | |
| La Cañada · 1 km | Mexico | 4 m | 57 km |