Major tsunami recorded in Alaska's Tracy Arm fjord

On August 10, 2025, a massive tsunami reaching 481 meters in height occurred in the Tracy Arm fjord in Alaska. According to researchers from University College London, the event was triggered by a landslide linked to climate change. This event is documented as the second-highest tsunami in history, following the 524-meter tsunami in Lituya Bay in 1958. The phenomenon took place at approximately 5:30 a.m., and fortunately, no casualties were reported. A group of campers nearby witnessed the water rising and lost equipment, while passengers on a cruise ship at the fjord's entrance observed turbulent currents. Dr. Stephen Hicks noted that while the region was not previously considered a high-risk area, retreating glaciers make these sites increasingly vulnerable. The event serves as a warning regarding the environmental risks in tourist-heavy Alaskan glacial regions.