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At the top of the hill, the main scarp turns to the east and comes out to the shore precipice at approximately 80 m high. The maximum opening of the scarp is about 20-30 m. Its initial depth was about 15 to 20 m. A few days later it was partially filled with gravel. Image Credit: V.K. Gusiakov. October 4, 1994 Shikotan, Kuril Islands Russia earthquake and tsunami A magnitude 8.1 earthquake occurred in the southern Kurils and on northern Hokkaido on Tuesday, October 5, 1994, (October 4 at 13:23 GMT). It was a sudden event, without any short- term precursors or foreshocks. The earthquake epicenter was located 80 km east southeast of Shikotan Island. At Kuzhno-Kurilsk, Kunsashir Island, tsunami heights ranged from 2.5-3.0 m. In the older part of town (fronted by a gentle beach) all houses were damaged by the wave that penetrated 200-500 m inland. Event Data:
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