December 26, 2004 M9.1 Earthquake & Indian Ocean Tsunami In the early morning hours of December 26, 2004, the Earth unleashed one of the most powerful earthquakes ever recorded. A massive M9.1 megathrust rupture off the coast of Sumatra violently displaced the seafloor, sending walls of water racing across the Indian Ocean. Within minutes, coastlines were swallowed. Entire communities vanished. Waves traveled thousands of kilometers, striking country after country with almost no warning. By the

After a massive earthquake triggered the deadliest tsunami in recorded history, multiple waves hit the coast of Sri Lanka. Both tourists and locals scramble for safety, as the extent of the wave and its destruction become apparent. Discover the power of the human spirit through stories of hope, hardship, and heroism from the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami. Parts one and two of Tsunami: Race Against Time premiere tonight at 9pm on National Geographic UK. | National Geographic UK

On 26 December 2004, a huge earthquake off Indonesia's coast triggered a tsunami. It swept away entire communities around the Indian Ocean. Choodamani and Karibeeran's three children were killed. So they decided to turn their home in Tamil Nadu, India, into an orphanage. | BBC World Service

On Dec 26, 2004, the Indian Ocean experienced one of the deadliest tsunamis in history, which struck the coasts of several countries, including Indonesia, Thailand, Sri Lanka & India. The tsunami killed over 2 lakh people across 15 countries. #Watch #IndianOcean #Tsunami #2004Tsunami #disaster #cnbctv18digital | CNBC-TV18

On 26 December 2004 the Indian Ocean Tsunami – also known as the Boxing Day Tsunami – struck countries around the Indian Ocean, claiming more than 227,000 lives and leaving communities reeling. The tragedy, which echoed around the globe, threw the spotlight on just how vulnerable the world is to natural hazards. It was also a stark reminder of the importance of tackling disaster risk head on, by bolstering preparedness and resilience. As such, it spurred a renewed, collective international effor

After a massive earthquake triggered the deadliest tsunami in recorded history, multiple waves hit Thailand. As the waves reach the beaches of popular resorts, locals and tourists work together to save lives. Survivors separated by the waves desperately search for their loved ones. Discover the power of the human spirit through stories of hope, hardship, and heroism from the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami. Tsunami: Race Against Time premieres Monday November 25th at 9pm on National Geographic UK. | N