Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:44am on 26 Dec 2024,Thursday Weather & Environment
Indonesia and Thailand are marking the 20th anniversary of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, which killed an estimated 230,000 people. Survivors and families gathered in Aceh, Indonesia, and Phang Nga, Thailand, to honor the victims. The tsunami, triggered by a 9.1-magnitude earthquake off Sumatra, caused massive destruction across a dozen countries, including India and Sri Lanka. Mass graves in Aceh, where over 14,000 victims are buried, remain a focal point of remembrance. The region has rebuilt with stronger infrastructure and early warning systems to prevent future tragedies. Annual commemorations continue, reflecting resilience and remembrance.
