Historical Events tagged with "north american plate"
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Natural Disasters
Andreanof Islands Earthquake and Tsunami
March 9th, 1957 68 years ago
An 8.6 Mw earthquake struck the Andreanof Islands, triggering ground movement and a tsunami that resulted in over $5 million in damages. The quake caused significant geological upheaval, impacting the local community and prompting a response from emergency services. Known for its seismic activity, the region suffered both infrastructure damage and environmental changes due to the quake and subsequent waves.
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