2007 Solomon Islands Earthquake
Solomon Islands — April 1, 2007
The 2007 Solomon Islands earthquake generated a destructive local tsunami with waves reaching 12 meters that struck the Western Province of the Solomon Islands within minutes. The rapid onset of the tsunami gave residents little warning time.
Earthquake Facts
Magnitude
M8.1
Date
Apr 1, 2007
Depth
24 km
Deaths
52
Latitude
-8.466°
Longitude
157.043°
Tsunami
Yes
Region
Solomon Islands
Tectonic Cause
Thrust fault along the boundary between the Australian Plate and the Pacific Plate in the Solomon Islands arc system.
Aftermath in Pictures
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