To all international travellers asking about the situation in Sri Lanka Sri Lanka is facing its most devastating natural disaster since the 2004 Tsunami. 💔 Severe flooding and landslides have impacted multiple regions, with over 200 lives lost and more than 150 people still missing. If you are currently visiting the island, please prioritise your safety. Stay indoors, stay alert, and follow all guidance from local authorities. Please keep Sri Lanka in your hearts during this difficult time. 🇱�

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2.8M views · 15K reactions | Une immense partie de la population n'avait pas été alertée et ne se doutait pas de l'ampleur de la catastrophe à venir. | National Geographic | Facebook

In 2004, a large earthquake in the Indian Ocean triggered the largest tsunami in recorded history. One of the countries hit by the tsunami was Sri Lanka, where the wave caused one of the worst train disasters in human history when it hit the Queen of the Sea passenger line, which was carrying 1,500 passengers along Sri Lanka's west coast. Watch Destruction Decoded on Wednesdays at 8pm on National Geographic UK. | National Geographic UK

After a massive earthquake triggered the deadliest tsunami in recorded history, multiple waves hit the coast of Sri Lanka. Both tourists and locals scramble for safety, as the extent of the wave and its destruction become apparent. Discover the power of the human spirit through stories of hope, hardship, and heroism from the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami. Parts one and two of Tsunami: Race Against Time premiere tonight at 9pm on National Geographic UK. | National Geographic UK