Sumatra earthquake

The Sumatra earthquake refers to a series of significant seismic events that have occurred off the coast of Sumatra, Indonesia, particularly notable in 2004 and 2005. These earthquakes are primarily caused by the movement of tectonic plates beneath the Indian Ocean, where the Indo-Australian Plate interacts with the Eurasian Plate. The 2004 earthquake was particularly devastating, triggering a powerful tsunami that affected multiple countries, resulting in massive loss of life and widespread destruction. These events highlight the vulnerability of coastal regions to natural disasters and the importance of disaster preparedness and response.