Earthquake - Indian Ocean Flashcards
1
Q
Date
A
26th December 2004
2
Q
Magnitude
A
9.1 - 9.3
3
Q
Where did it occur
A
Indian Ocean - along a fault causing sea floor to uplift
4
Q
Countries affected
A
14 countries affected - worst hit being Indonesia, India and Thailand
5
Q
Deaths
A
230,000
6
Q
Displacement
A
2.3 million
7
Q
Short term responses
A
emergency aid sent to 60 countries
8
Q
Long term responses
A
Indian Ocean Tsunami warning system implemented in 2006, costing 30 million
