20 years of the 2004 tsunami: What triggered the deadly waves in the Indian Ocean?
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20 years of the 2004 tsunami: What triggered the deadly waves in the Indian Ocean?
The tsunami struck Indonesia first, devastating coastal towns like Banda Aceh with waves that reached heights of over 30 feet (9 meters).
Dec 26, 2024
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