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A high wave caused by tidal flow into a narrow opening or estuary. A tidal bore is a naturally occurring event that should not be confused with a tsunami. The bore is caused when an incoming tide rushes up a river. There are only 100 places around the world where this natural phenomenon occurs.
http://www.usc.edu/dept/tsunamis/video/china/
Video clip of a near disastrous wave that swept up the Quiantang River and flooded the area.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tidal_bore
Provides description and links to various known tidal bores in the world.
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