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Local-source tsunamis (2nd of 2)

Local-source tsunamis

This map shows the areas affected by tsunamis from local sources since the 1820s. Tsunamis have accompanied several of the major earthquakes that occurred offshore or close to the coast.

Source: GNS Science

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Willem de Lange and Eileen McSaveney. 'Tsunamis', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, updated 30-Sep-09
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