The 2004 Boxing Day tsunami, triggered by a massive undersea earthquake off the coast of Sumatra, produced a series of waves that varied in number and size. While the initial wave was the most devastating, the tsunami generated multiple waves, with estimates commonly indicating between 5 to 15 significant waves striking coastal areas over several hours. Some locations experienced waves arriving minutes apart, while others faced a longer duration between waves. The total number of waves can vary depending on the specific area impacted.
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150,000 people died in the tsunami
It is estimated that around 150 British citizens died in the Boxing Day tsunami in 2004.
It is estimated that around 230,000 people lost their lives in Indonesia as a result of the Boxing Day tsunami in 2004.
Many Deaths
160,00 peoples lives were spared on the 2004 tsunami
an under water earthquake and then formed waves hitting the earth form, killing many thousands of people :(
The Boxing Day tsunami on December 26, 2004, caused widespread destruction across multiple countries, particularly in Indonesia, Thailand, Sri Lanka, and India. It is estimated that over 1 million buildings were damaged or destroyed due to the tsunami's massive waves. The disaster resulted in immense loss of life and significant economic impacts, leading to extensive rebuilding efforts in the affected regions.
No, people did not expect the tsunami that occurred on Boxing Day in 2004. The Indian Ocean tsunami was triggered by a massive undersea earthquake, and at the time, there was no advanced tsunami warning system in place for the region. Many coastal communities were caught off guard, leading to devastating loss of life and destruction. Awareness of tsunami risks was minimal, especially in affected areas like Indonesia, Thailand, and Sri Lanka.
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The Boxing Day Tsunami, or Indian Ocean Tsunami, occurred near Asia. The resulting destruction affected many people worldwide and many humanitarian efforts were started.
Hurricane Katrina resulted in about 1,833 confirmed fatalities in the U.S., primarily in Louisiana. The Boxing Day tsunami in 2004 caused an estimated 230,000 to 280,000 deaths across 14 countries in South and Southeast Asia.