Facts about the boxing day tsunami?

Answer 1

an earthquake occurred with the epicenter in Sumatra Indonesia with a magnitude of 9.1 to 9.3. (they are not sure about the exact figure). because of the very strong earthquake, it caused tsunamis in the Indian ocean. The earthquake and resulting tsunami affected many countries in Southeast Asia and beyond, including Indonesia, Sri Lanka, India, Thailand, the Maldives, Somalia, Myanmar, Malaysia, Seychelles and others. Many other countries, especially Australia and those in Europe, had large numbers of citizens traveling in the region on holiday. Both Sweden and Germany lost over 500 citizens each in the disaster.

Answer 2

The earthquake of December 26, 2004 was a 9.3 magnitude quake near western Sumatra. The earthquake was bad enough, but it triggered a massive tsunami that may have killed a quarter of a million people in Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, Bangladesh, India, Sri Lanka and the Andaman Islands.

Answer 3

The Boxing Day tsunami occurred on December 26, 2004, following a magnitude 9.1-9.3 earthquake off the west coast of Sumatra, Indonesia. It led to devastating tsunamis affecting multiple countries around the Indian Ocean, causing over 230,000 deaths and widespread destruction. The disaster prompted improved warning systems and disaster preparedness initiatives in the region.

Answer 4

40,000 to 45,000 more women than men were killed in the tsunami.

Answer 5

Aceh in Sumatra