20th anniversary of the Indian Ocean Tsunami

Indian Ocean Tsunami Anniversary Photo Gallery

On Boxing Day 2004, a tsunami devastated large parts of Southeast Asia, killing 230,000 people in 14 countries within just a few hours. Source: AP / Greg Baker/AP/AAPImage

The biggest tsunami disaster to date occurred in Southeast Asia 20 years ago. Today, the world would be much better prepared for such a natural catastrophe, according to researchers. SBS correspondent Barbara Barkhausen looks back on a tragic day and talks to Rachel Hearson, a survivor. of the 2004 tsunami.



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