The Boxing Day tsunami in 2004 primarily affected the Indian ocean region, particularly countries like Indonesia, Thailand, Sri Lanka, India, and the Maldives. It was triggered by a massive undersea earthquake off the coast of Sumatra, Indonesia, with a magnitude of 9.1-9.3. The resulting tsunami caused widespread devastation and loss of life, with hundreds of thousands of casualties reported across the affected areas.
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The tsunami took approximately 2 hours to reach Sri Lanka after the earthquake that triggered it occurred in 2004.
It can take over month's for a Tsunami to recover from it's damage.
The Tsunami (and most Tsunamis) are caused by earthquakes that take place deep under the seabed. The greater the severity of the earthquake, the larger, and more devastating, a Tsunami will be.
Yes, tsunamis can occur in Goa, which is a coastal region. While they are not as common there as in other areas in the Pacific Ocean, Goa is still susceptible to tsunamis triggered by seismic activity in the Arabian Sea. It is important for residents and tourists in coastal areas like Goa to be prepared and informed about tsunami risks.
2004
The Boxing Day Tsunami, or Indian Ocean Tsunami, occurred near Asia. The resulting destruction affected many people worldwide and many humanitarian efforts were started.
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The Boxing Day tsunami occurred on December 26, 2004. It was triggered by a massive undersea earthquake off the coast of Sumatra, Indonesia, measuring 9.1-9.3 on the Richter scale. The tsunami devastated coastal areas of several countries, including Indonesia, Thailand, India, and Sri Lanka, resulting in significant loss of life and widespread destruction. Over 230,000 people were killed, making it one of the deadliest natural disasters in recorded history.
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