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Exploring Indonesia

THE INDIAN OCEAN

TSUNAMI ARCHIVES

2004 - 2009

Indonesia, Sri Lanka

The Indian Ocean Tsunami Archive is a record of the
tragedy of December 26, 2004, one of the largest and
deadliest natural disasters in world history. Tsunami
waves tens of meters high struck many countries,
claiming hundreds of thousands of lives and leaving
deep sorrow for millions of people. This incident has
never happened on such a large scale, so the remaining
archives have become a very important collective
memory for humanity.

Behind that great disaster lies a story of boundless
solidarity. The world united to help, with doctors,
soldiers, nurses, volunteers, and even food and
financial aid flowing in from various countries. These
archives not only record the devastation of the disaster,
but also the spirit of global humanity and the resilience
of communities struggling to rebuild their lives.

These archives also serve as evidence of the major
changes that have taken place in disaster risk reduction,
from early warning systems to technological
innovations. Thus, the Indian Ocean Tsunami Archive is
an important resource for learning from the past and
building a safer future.