A reported 23-foot tsunami hit the capital city of Pago Pago in the American Samoa on September 29, 2009, following an 8.3-magnitude earthquake. At least 111 fatalities were initially reported.http://www.wkyc.com/news/world/news_article.aspx?storyid=122479&catid=22
A tsunami watch was issued for the entire area after the earthquake, reaching as far as New Zealand, Hawaii, California and Oregon.
American Samoa Tsunami Video
property loss of american samoa tsunami spet.292009(0 Answers)
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What was the affect of the 8.5 earthquake near Samoa?(1 Answer)
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No the Tsunami warning was cancelled by the authorities cause a major loss of life and property. According to sources there are 14 casualties including a British minor ...
Does anybody have images or links to images of the Tsunami that just happened in Samoa a couple of hours ago??(3 Answers)
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From the SMH this morning http://www.smh.com.au/environment/the-others-were-shouting-tsunami-but-we-thought-its-a-joke-20090930-gbou.html http://www.smh.com.au/photogallery/world/quake-triggers-pacific-tsunami/20090930-gbpc.html Also, for technical details see ...
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September 29, 2009
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Tsunami was reportedly 23-feet tall
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Followed a 8.3 magnitude earthquake
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Earthquake's depth of 21.7 miles prompted tsunami warnings
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Earthquake was originally said to be a 7.9 magnitude, later upgraded to 8.3
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Initial reports said at least 111 were dead
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Tsunami watches issued for as far as California and Oregon
