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Damage to Hilo from the Tsunami that struck on April Foolʻs Day in 1946

Detailed Description

Damage to Hilo as a result of the tsunami caused by the Aleutian Islands earthquake on April 1, 1946. The tsunami arrived in Hilo nearly five hours after the earthquake occurred. In this photo, debris nearly covers a vehicle in the lower left part of the image (Source unknown). 

Sources/Usage

Public Domain.

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