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tsunami-and-earthquake

A sudden earthquake-induced tsunami strikes the beach platform, illustrating the immediate dangers posed by the planetary disturbances.

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The Wanderer (1965)Fritz Leiber

Chapter 19

In this chapter, the characters observe and discuss the orbital dynamics between Earth and the Wanderer, noting the rapid tidal effects caused by their proximity. A sudden tsunami triggered by an earthquake forces the group to urgently evacuate a beach platform, highlighting the escalating natural disasters. Meanwhile, other characters navigate an eerily empty subway station, speculating on a possible invasion and the catastrophic flooding overtaking the city.