Tsunamis in Turkey
In a total of 6 tidal waves classified as a tsunami since 365 a total of 705 people died in Turkey. Compared to other countries, Tsunamis therefore occur rather rarely.
The strongest tidal wave registered in Turkey so far reached a height of 3 meters. At this Tsunami on 09/03/1968 no losses of human lifes have been registered.
The biggest impact in terms of lifes, injuries, destroyed homes and economy had been a tsunami on 10/14/1344.
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