Posted on December 29, 2004 02:19 PM
Supposedly, there is a 30-minute video out there that captured the incredible tsunami tidal waves. One site had it up and then pulled it.
I did manage to find this video which was taken in Phuket Beach, Thailand. Watch and see this beachside resort get completely flooded. Continue Reading
Posted on December 28, 2004 12:10 PM
The body count continues to climb in what is undoubtedly the greatest tragedy of human loss in my lifetime. As of this writing, it is estimated that upwards of 44000 people have been killed by the massive earthquake and tidal waves in Indonesia. The concept of waves moving at nearly 500 mph is staggering. This graphic demonstrates how this takes place. The whole thing seems so distant, yet is brought home by the heartbreaking photos... Continue Reading
Posted on December 26, 2004 12:31 PM
The biggest earthquake to hit planet earth in 40 years hit Southeast Asia with a vengeance today, triggering tidal waves and tsunamis that have killed thousands of people. JAKARTA, Indonesia - The world's most powerful earthquake in 40 years triggered massive tidal waves that slammed into villages and seaside resorts across southern and southeast Asia on Sunday, killing more than 7,200 people in six countries. Tourists, fishermen, homes and cars were swept away by walls... Continue Reading