Despite progress in detecting tsunamis early, Indonesia remains especially vulnerable. “The communities had no chance to evacuate,” an official said.
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Indonesian Tsunami: Scenes of Devastation
A powerful tsunami hit Indonesia without warning on Saturday. Almost 400 people have been killed and 5,000 displaced. Officials are still investigating the cause, but volcanic activity on the island of Anak Krakatau could be to blame.
How to Help Tsunami Victims in Indonesia
The tsunami that struck over the weekend killed hundreds and injured more than a thousand others. Here’s a guide to where to donate.
As Volcano Rumbles, Tsunami-Battered Indonesia Issues Beach Warning
Officials fear that a second tsunami may follow the one that killed at least 429 people and injured more than 1,480 on Saturday.
Photos From the Indonesia Tsunami: Searching for Loved Ones, Assessing the Damage
Rescue workers and residents of the country’s two most populous islands were left to sift through the wreckage in the hopes of finding those still missing.
How Volcanic Activity Can Spawn Tsunamis
No earthquakes were recorded before the tsunami struck, the Indonesian authorities said. But there had been an eruption on the volcanic island of Anak Krakatau about half an hour before.
Tsunami in Indonesia Kills Over 280, With No Warning or Quake
Officials said volcanic activity on Anak Krakatau island might have started the surge, which injured at least 1,000 people.