THE TSUNAMI OF THE ALASKAN EARTHQUAKE, 1964: ENGINEERING EVALUATION
Abstract
Relates earthquake to the generation, propagation, and dispersion of main tsunami waves. Complex tectonic movements pushed an initial wave 10 to 20 meters high along a front of 650 kilometers. Follows propagation of this enormous wave around the Pacific. Gives detailed studies of the main tsunami and local seismic sea waves for damaged areas. In addition to the wave analysis for each place, presents an engineering evaluation for severely damaged areas. Includes marigrams of component waves and oscillations for many places. Relates the tsunami waves to local bay and shelf oscillations, and to the local tides.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 01, 1968
- Accession Number
- AD0683491
Entities
People
- Alf Torum
- Basil W. Wilson
Organizations
- Coastal Engineering Research Center