6.1 mHighest wave
Tsunami of 15 May 1868: off the United States
A tsunami started off the coast of the United States on 15 May 1868; cause: earthquake. The highest wave reached 6.1 m. It is recorded at 1 places.
15 May 1868off the United States
earthquakeCause
–Deaths
1Places 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Squaw Harbor · 8 km | United States | 6.1 m | 35 km |