On November 18th, 1929, the deadliest Tusnami in Canadian history struck the Burin Peninsula on the island of Newfoundland. Ill-prepared for such a disaster, it was a race against the clock for survival. 
 
Sources: 
The Wake by Linden MacIntyre
Disasters of the Century, Season Three, Episode 34: Burin Tsunami 
Video: "The 1929 Burin Tsunami" Newfoundland and Labrador Heritage Website

On November 18th, 1929, the deadliest Tusnami in Canadian history struck the Burin Peninsula on the island of Newfoundland. Ill-prepared for such a disaster, it was a race against the clock for survival. Sources: The Wake by Linden MacIntyre Disasters of the Century, Season Three, Episode 34: Burin Tsunami Video: "The 1929 Burin Tsunami" Newfoundland and Labrador Heritage Website

On November 18th, 1929, the deadliest Tusnami in Canadian history struck the Burin Peninsula on the island of Newfoundland. Ill-prepared for such a disaster, it was a race against the clock for survival.&nbsp;
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Sources:&nbsp;
The Wake by Linden MacIntyre
Disasters of the Century, Season Three, Episode 34: Burin Tsunami&nbsp;
Video: "The 1929 Burin Tsunami" Newfoundland and Labrador Heritage Website

1929 Newfoundland Tsunami

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Canadian Disasters is a captivating podcast that delves into the history and stories of various disasters that have struck Canada. From terrorist attacks and natural disasters to implosions and shipwrecks, this show explores the tragic events and the aftermath. Both well known and forgotten pieces of history will be highlighted. Canadian Disasters: True North Strong and Destructive. 

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