7 mHighest wave
Tsunami of 9 July 1847: Portugal
A tsunami started in Portugal on 9 July 1847; cause: landslide. The highest wave reached 7 m. It is recorded at 2 places. 10 people died.
9 July 1847Portugal
landslideCause
10Deaths
2Places the wave reached · definite
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ponta Delgada · 2 km | Portugal | 7 m | 3 km | 8 |
| Vila do Corvo · 3 km | Portugal | 7 m | 27 km | 2 |