Historical Events tagged with "tsunami fears"
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Devastating Earthquake Strikes Northern Sumatra
A massive earthquake with a magnitude of 8.6 struck northern Sumatra, Indonesia. The earthquake, one of the largest recorded, occurred offshore and was widely felt throughout the region, resulting in significant destruction. Reports confirmed that over 1,000 people lost their lives due to the earthquake, with thousands more injured and displaced. The seismic event triggered fears of a tsunami, reminiscent of the catastrophic tsunami that followed the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake, which had devastating effects on the region’s communities and infrastructure.
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