The Indian Ocean tsunami that took place on December 26, 2004, was one of the most lethal natural disasters in modern history. The tsunami impacted more than a dozen countries and resulted in an estimated death toll of 240,000 individuals.
Evra’s case study outlines the facts of the event, analyzes its epidemiological impact, and highlights the inadequacies in the disaster’s communication and management. Concluding the study on a positive note, Evra presents the progress and improvements that have been made since 2004, both in international disaster coordination and in technology for tsunami surveillance.