A terrifying new scientific warning has sent shockwaves across the globe — especially in the United States. Researchers have predicted a potential mega tsunami that could devastate large parts of America. Triggered by a powerful earthquake in the Cascadia Subduction Zone, this disaster could send waves soaring up to 1,000 feet high, engulfing coastal regions with little to no warning.
🔥 What’s Causing This Looming Threat?
The study, conducted by scientists at Virginia Tech, reveals that a massive earthquake could strike the Cascadia Subduction Zone, causing part of the coastline to sink by up to 6.5 feet. This sudden shift would displace an enormous amount of water, unleashing a tsunami of unprecedented scale. The risk extends to Alaska, Hawaii, and major West Coast cities like Seattle, Portland, and San Francisco.
⏱️ When Could This Disaster Strike?
According to the research, there is a 15% chance of an 8.0 magnitude earthquake striking the Cascadia region within the next 50 years. While that may sound low, the catastrophic potential of such an event means it cannot be ignored.
💬 What Do Experts Say?
Lead researcher Dr. Tina Dura, a geoscientist at Virginia Tech, emphasized that this is the first study to measure how much the coastal floodplains would expand following such a quake. She warns that the worst impacts would likely hit southern Washington, Oregon, and northern California, where cities could be swallowed by rising seas within minutes.
🌊 What is a “Mega Tsunami”?
Unlike regular tsunamis, where waves are typically a few feet high, mega tsunamis are monsters — with walls of water hundreds to over a thousand feet tall. They are triggered by extreme geological events such as earthquakes, landslides, volcanic eruptions, or even asteroid impacts. These tsunamis can travel miles inland, leaving destruction in their path and giving residents very little time to escape.
🚨 Why This Could Be One of the Deadliest Natural Disasters
If this scenario plays out, the western U.S. could face a disaster worse than any in recent memory. The earthquake would hit first — and before rescue operations can begin, a mega tsunami would strike. And since the zone has been relatively quiet for centuries, the buildup of tectonic pressure could mean a much more intense release when it happens.
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