Lake Geneva 'may face tsunami risk' [1]
The Telegraph - 10/28/12
A million people living on the shores of Lake Geneva could be at risk from devastating tsunamis, scientists have warned.
In the sixth century a tsunami triggered by a rockfall on the lake sent a 26ft wave crashing over Geneva's city walls.
Photo: 4Corners Images
Photo: 4Corners Images
In the sixth century a tsunami triggered by a rockfall on the lake destroyed several villages, sent a 26ft wave crashing over Geneva's city walls, and caused many casualties.
Experts investigating the event said a similar disaster could easily happen again, and Geneva with its 200,000 inhabitants was especially vulnerable.
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