Event Overview
On June 15, 1896, a tsunami struck the Sanriku region of Japan. The event is recorded as having a maximum water height of 38.2 meters. The tsunami was associated with an earthquake of magnitude 8.3.
Impact and Casualties
The event resulted in significant loss of life. Official records indicate 27,122 deaths and 13,247 injuries.
Geographic and Scientific Context
The event occurred at approximately 10:33. The location is recorded at latitude 39.5 and longitude 144.0. The data is sourced from the NOAA/NCEI Global Historical Tsunami Database with a validity code of 4.
Frequently asked questions
What was the magnitude of the earthquake associated with the 1896 Sanriku tsunami?
The associated earthquake had a magnitude of 8.3.
How many people were killed in the 1896 Sanriku tsunami?
The recorded death toll is 27,122.
Sources and further context
Official datasets support the event-specific facts.