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Old January 9th 05, 02:07 PM
C J Campbell
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"Jose" wrote in message
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Tidal waves have nothing to do with
tides.


Actually, true tidal waves have everything to do with tides, and can
be huge (and come in twice a day). When the incoming water from the
tide is focused in an inlet of the proper shape and orientation, the
resulting pile of water can get very high. It happens twice a day and
is called a tidal wave.


I believe you are thinking of a tidal bore. It is not called a tidal wave.