Remembering the 2004 Phuket Tsunami: A Tragic Turning Point On December 26, 2004, a catastrophic tsunami struck Phuket, transforming the sunny island into a scene of devastation. Triggered by a 9.1 magnitude earthquake, the disaster claimed thousands of lives and left an indelible mark on Thailand and its people. Survivors recall the anguish of that fateful day, while memorials and events continue to honor the victims. Key sites include the Wall of Remembrance in Mai Khao, where multi-faith pray

The 2004 tsunami devastated the island of Phuket, Thailand. Now, a group of disaster survivors from across Asia are drawing inspiration from how Phuket has rebuilt its communities. Watch the full multimedia documentary: rage.com.my/hands-phuket | R.AGE

As the twentieth anniversary of the Indian Ocean tsunami approaches, rediscover the story of the worst natural disaster in history with new interviews and never-before-seen archive footage. #TsunamiRaceAgainstTime is now streaming on Disney and Hulu. | National Geographic TV

Based on the incredible true story, The Impossible follows a tourist family in Thailand who are caught in the destruction of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami. Now on Netflix | Netflix