Write down a case study of a place that is affected by Tsunami.

1.	Write down a case study of a place that is affected by Tsunami.
Answer» On 26th Dec, 2004 there were most dangerous Tsunami tides in Indian Ocean. These were created by an earthquake which came on the sea surface measuring 9 points on Richter scale. The epicentre of this earthquake was the western course of Indonesia. In a matter of a few hours these waves brought heavy destruction in 11 countries bordering Indian Ocean. There was a great loss of life and property and the effect was experienced from Africa to Thailand. According to an estimated figure, there was a loss Of life and property worth Rs. 5322 crore in India. The worst affected were Tamil Nadu, Kerela, Andhra Pradesh and Pondicherry. More than 2 lakh people were killed and many more were injured.

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On 26th Dec, 2004 there were most dangerous Tsunami tides in Indian Ocean. These were created by an earthquake which came on the sea surface measuring 9 points on Richter scale. The epicentre of this earthquake was the western course of Indonesia. In a matter of a few hours these waves brought heavy destruction in 11 countries bordering Indian Ocean. There was a great loss of life and property and the effect was experienced from Africa to Thailand.

According to an estimated figure, there was a loss Of life and property worth Rs. 5322 crore in India. The worst affected were Tamil Nadu, Kerela, Andhra Pradesh and Pondicherry. More than 2 lakh people were killed and many more were injured.

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