On May 18, 1980, a tsunami event occurred in Washington, United States, recorded in the NOAA/NCEI Global Historical Tsunami Database under event ID 3018. This historical record documents the specific parameters, geographic coordinates, and human impact associated with the event.
Event Measurements and Location
The event is positioned at a latitude of 46.2 and a longitude of -122.18 in the region of Washington (WA). According to the official database entry, the tsunami reached a recorded maximum water height of 250.0 meters. The record carries a validity rating of 4, denoting the assigned confidence level within the historical database.
Human Impact
The historical record documents a fatal outcome resulting from the event, with a total of 61 deaths recorded in connection with the tsunami.
Frequently asked questions
When did the Washington tsunami occur?
The tsunami event in Washington occurred on May 18, 1980.
What was the maximum water height recorded?
The recorded maximum water height for this tsunami event was 250.0 meters.
How many fatalities were recorded?
The historical database records 61 deaths associated with the event.
Sources and further context
Official datasets support the event-specific facts.