Tsunamis in Taiwan
In a total of 2 tidal waves classified as a tsunami since 1781 a total of 281 people died in Taiwan. Tsunamis therefore occur only rarely here.
The strongest tidal wave registered in Taiwan so far reached a height of 30 meters. At this Tsunami on 04/01/1781 only 1 person died.
The biggest impact in terms of lifes, injuries, destroyed homes and economy had been a tsunami on 12/18/1867. A tidal wave of up to 15 meters killed 280 humans and destroyed vast areas.
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