This is the highest tsunami wave ever recorded | UNDRR

Discover the record-breaking tsunami that towered over Lituya Bay, Alaska in July 1958, standing taller than the Empire State Building at over 500 meters high. Triggered by an earthquake that dislodged a massive rock face, this colossal wave slid nearly 1000 meters into the sea. However, despite its staggering height, it wasn't the most devastating tsunami in history. Uncover the reasons why in this video.

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