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The last tsunami to hit the US was in March 2011. The same tsunami that hit Japan also caused damage in Hawaii and along the U.S. West Coast. One person in California was killed.
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Where was the biggest tsunami in the last 5 years?
The biggest tsunami in the last 5 years occurred in Indonesia in 2018. It was triggered by a 7.5 magnitude earthquake and hit the island of Sulawesi, causing widespread devastation and loss of life.
When was the last tsunami in Hawaii?
Saturday February 27, 2010. An 8.8 earthquake hit Chile and a Tsunami warning was issued for all of Hawaii. A series of smaller waves up to 6 feet travelled to the islands later in the day. With the early warning, everyone was safely evacuated to higher ground and damage was minimal.
What is the name of the tsunami that had hit Thailand?
The tsunami that hit Thailand on December 26, 2004 is known as the Indian Ocean tsunami or the Boxing Day tsunami.
When was the last time a tsunami happened?
One occurred in Japan just last week, on March 11, 2011. It was triggered by a 9.0-magnitude earthquake that shook beneath the Pacific Ocean close to Japan. The tsunami ran 500 mph until it hit land, and the impact was so hard that California received tsunami warnings too. A tsunami hit Hawaii, and another hit Southern Cali. It didn't cause much damage to California, except for Crescent City and San Pedro.
When will a tsunami hit Ireland?
It is impossible to predict when a tsunami will happen until it is triggered.
