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The most powerful earthquake in 40 years erupted under the Indian Ocean near Sumatra on Dec. 26, 2004. It caused giant, deadly waves to crash ashore in nearly a dozen countries, killing tens of thousands. A long stretch of Sri Lanka's coast was devastated by these killer waves, with more than a 40,000 dead and staggering 2.5 million people displaced. Although 1,600km from the epicentre, the waves struck with huge force and swept inland as far as 5 kilometers. Waves as high as six meters had crashed into coastal villages, sweeping away people, cars and even a train with 1700 passengers. It was the worst human disaster in Sri Lanka history.
U.S. Water Rescue is assisting in developing a much-needed Water Rescue Team in Sri Lanka. This island nation does not have any trained Water Rescue Personnel, and it does not have the funds needed to develop a team of responders. However, Sri Lanka is surrounded by oceans and the country is criss-crossed by rivers and streams. The nation is plagued by drowning. We are currently working to obtain funding for basic water rescue equipment and basic water rescue training. Please help us in this effort and donate today!
To learn more about this massive devastation, or Sri Lanka in general, please visit: http://www.lankalibrary.com/news.htm
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