AP PHOTOS: Scenes of devastation from the aftermath of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami
On Dec. 26, 2004, a 9.1 magnitude earthquake struck off the west coast of Sumatra, causing a massive wave that devastated Asian coastal communities across thousands of miles.
20 Years Later: Remembering the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami (Photos)
On December 26th, 2004, a whopping 9.1 magnitude earthquake struck off the west coast of Indonesia’s island of Sumatra. In the aftermath of the quake, a massive tsunami was triggered, sending waves reportedly reaching 100 feet to Indonesia, India, Thailand, Sri Lanka, and other countries. The death toll was catastrophic; some 230,000 died.
Two decades later: Remembering the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami
On December 26, 2004, the Indian Ocean experienced one of the deadliest tsunamis in recorded history. Triggered by a massive undersea earthquake off the coast of Sumatra, Indonesia, the tsunami unleashed a series of towering waves that ravaged coastal regions across 14 countries.
Indian Ocean Christmas: 20 years after tsunami’s wrath
Khao Lak, Thailand, Dec 25 (EFE).- Two decades after the devastating 2004 tsunami, thousands of tourists returned to Thailand’s Andaman Sea coast to celebrate Christmas on Wednesday. The celebrations took place under the bright sun and tranquil waters of the ocean, mirroring the calm before disaster struck 20 years ago.
Photo gallery: 20th anniversary of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami
The earthquake and tsunami claimed the lives of over 200,000 people, the deadliest natural disaster of the 21st century.
20th anniversary of 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami marked with vigils
Indian Ocean tsunami commemorated its 20th anniversary. Countries such as India, Thailand, Indonesia, and Sri Lanka held memorial services, dispersing flowers into the sea and lighting candles in remembrance of the victims.
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Remembering the tsunami
PHUKET: People along the Andaman coast, including Phuket, marked 20 years since the devastating Indian Ocean Tsunami, also ...
Indian Ocean tsunami two decades ago left 230,000 dead and a lasting legacy
One of the deadliest natural disasters in modern history, the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami marks its 20th anniversary on Dec. 26 ...
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Twenty years on, world remembers tragic tsunami
Australian Federal Police (AFP) members have gathered this week to honor the victims and families affected by the 2004 Boxing Day Tsunami, which struck 20 years ago on December 26.
Supermodel Petra Nemcova opens up 20 years after surviving deadly tsunami
ABC News’ Diane Sawyer interviewed Nemcova in the months after the tragedy. Now, 20 years after one of the deadliest natural ...