The 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami

This book provides an account of the Indian Ocean tsunami that occurred on December 26, 2004, and devastated the coasts of Sri Lanka, India, Bangladesh, Thailand, Malaysia, Sumatra, Indonesia, and other islands. It explores the causes of the disaster, including the undersea earthquake that triggered the massive wave, and describes the destruction left in its wake. The book is written for middle grade readers and presents factual information about the event and its impact on the affected regions.