Big Sumatra Quake: Wave hits Sri Lanka, India,

In summary, this BBC article has a map that shows the location of the 8.9 magnitude earthquake that occurred in Indonesia on 2004. Many thousands of lives were lost in the Tsunami that spread out from the point in Indonesia where the quake occurred.
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Epicenter Ecological Extinction...


The Sumatra epicenter appears to be an Extinction Level Event on the epicenter ecology. The satellite photos posted in reference below are astonishing, the level of coastal destruction is high. The before and after photos of the local ecology diplay a once thriving ecology, and after the tsunami, a completely destroyed ecology, all ecological lifeforms - destroyed.

This definitely appears to be an Extinction Level Event, however, the types and number of species destroyed into extinction, may not ever be known by scientists.

Reference:
http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1311428/posts
http://www.digitalglobe.com/tsunami_gallery.html

Warning! this image is extremely graphic
http://img138.exs.cx/img138/18/tsunamiaftermath0wf.jpg
 
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<h2> What caused the Big Sumatra Quake?</h2><p>The Big Sumatra Quake, also known as the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake, was caused by the rupture of a 900-mile long fault line off the coast of Sumatra, Indonesia. This fault line is part of the larger Sunda megathrust system, where the Indian and Australian tectonic plates meet and subduct under the Eurasian plate.</p><h2> How strong was the earthquake?</h2><p>The Big Sumatra Quake had a magnitude of 9.1-9.3, making it one of the strongest earthquakes ever recorded. It released the energy equivalent of 23,000 Hiroshima-type atomic bombs and was felt as far away as Africa and North America.</p><h2> What caused the devastating tsunami?</h2><p>The earthquake caused a sudden uplift of the seafloor, displacing a massive amount of water and creating a series of large waves, or a tsunami. The tsunami reached heights of up to 100 feet and traveled at speeds of up to 500 miles per hour, devastating coastlines in Sri Lanka, India, Indonesia, Thailand, and other countries in the Indian Ocean region.</p><h2> How many people were affected by the tsunami?</h2><p>The tsunami caused widespread destruction and loss of life, with an estimated death toll of over 230,000 people. Millions more were affected by the disaster, losing their homes, livelihoods, and loved ones.</p><h2> Could another earthquake and tsunami like this happen again?</h2><p>Yes, it is possible for another earthquake and tsunami of this magnitude to occur in the same region. The Sunda megathrust system is still active and capable of producing large earthquakes. However, improvements in early warning systems and disaster preparedness have been implemented since the 2004 event to help mitigate the impact of future disasters.</p>

FAQ: Big Sumatra Quake: Wave hits Sri Lanka, India,

What caused the Big Sumatra Quake?

The Big Sumatra Quake, also known as the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake, was caused by the rupture of a 900-mile long fault line off the coast of Sumatra, Indonesia. This fault line is part of the larger Sunda megathrust system, where the Indian and Australian tectonic plates meet and subduct under the Eurasian plate.

How strong was the earthquake?

The Big Sumatra Quake had a magnitude of 9.1-9.3, making it one of the strongest earthquakes ever recorded. It released the energy equivalent of 23,000 Hiroshima-type atomic bombs and was felt as far away as Africa and North America.

What caused the devastating tsunami?

The earthquake caused a sudden uplift of the seafloor, displacing a massive amount of water and creating a series of large waves, or a tsunami. The tsunami reached heights of up to 100 feet and traveled at speeds of up to 500 miles per hour, devastating coastlines in Sri Lanka, India, Indonesia, Thailand, and other countries in the Indian Ocean region.

How many people were affected by the tsunami?

The tsunami caused widespread destruction and loss of life, with an estimated death toll of over 230,000 people. Millions more were affected by the disaster, losing their homes, livelihoods, and loved ones.

Could another earthquake and tsunami like this happen again?

Yes, it is possible for another earthquake and tsunami of this magnitude to occur in the same region. The Sunda megathrust system is still active and capable of producing large earthquakes. However, improvements in early warning systems and disaster preparedness have been implemented since the 2004 event to help mitigate the impact of future disasters.

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