Briefing: A massive asteroid hit the North Sea and triggered a 330-foot tsunami

Summary

• The asteroid struck the seabed, creating a significant geological feature.
• New seismic imaging techniques have provided clarity on the crater's origin.
• The impact is believed to have triggered a tsunami reaching heights of 330 feet.

Key Facts

Fact	Value
Asteroid Size	160 meters
Impact Age	43–46 million years ago
Tsunami Height	330 feet

Sources

• ScienceDaily: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/03/260311004836.htm