On April 13, 1923, a destructive tsunami struck the coast of Kamchatka, Russia. According to the historical record from the NOAA/NCEI Global Historical Tsunami Database, the event was associated with an earthquake measuring magnitude 7.2. The occurrence is cataloged with a validity of 4, indicating a definite tsunami event.
Event Chronology and Parameters
The earthquake and subsequent tsunami activity took place on April 13, 1923, at precisely 15 hours, 31 minutes, and 2 seconds UTC. The geographic coordinates for the event's location are recorded at latitude 56.5 and longitude 162.5 in the Kamchatka region.
Impact and Measurements
Official records from the tsunami database document a maximum water height reaching 20.0 meters. The event caused a total of 18 deaths. The measurements and impact details reflect the specific historical observations preserved in the global database without implying ongoing hazards or current warnings.
Frequently asked questions
When did the 1923 Kamchatka tsunami occur?
The tsunami occurred on April 13, 1923, at 15:31:02 UTC.
What was the magnitude of the associated earthquake?
The earthquake associated with the tsunami had a magnitude of 7.2.
What was the maximum water height recorded?
The recorded maximum water height reached 20.0 meters.
How many fatalities were recorded?
The historical event resulted in 18 deaths.
Sources and further context
Official datasets support the event-specific facts.