Impact of historical tsunamis on a sandy coastal barrier: an example from the northern Gargano coast, southern Italy
The Lesina coastal barrier is characterized by the presence of three wide washover fans. They were formed by three distinct tsunamis which struck the northern coast of the Gargano Promontory (Apulia, Italy) during historical times. A model for their formation is presented. It takes into account...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Copernicus Publications
2001-01-01
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| Series: | Natural Hazards and Earth System Sciences |
| Online Access: | http://www.nat-hazards-earth-syst-sci.net/1/213/2001/nhess-1-213-2001.pdf |