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Which earthquake triggered the deadliest tsunami in recorded history?
Quick Answer
The 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake triggered the deadliest tsunami in recorded history. The earthquake itself had a magnitude of 9.1–9.3.
The Full Story
The 2004 Sumatra–Andaman earthquake struck on 26 December 2004 and generated a massive Indian Ocean tsunami. The tsunami killed more than 230,000 people across multiple countries, making it the deadliest in recorded history. The quake ruptured a huge section of the Sunda megathrust off northern Sumatra. It also led to major improvements in tsunami warning systems across the Indian Ocean.
Key Facts
1.Occurred on 26 December 2004
2.Magnitude about 9.1–9.3
3.Killed more than 230,000 people in the tsunami
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