Twenty years ago today, on December 26th, 2004, a massive earthquake triggered the deadliest tsunami in recorded history. Multiple waves hit coasts through Southeast Asia, South Asia, Africa and beyond. Both tourists and locals scramble for safety, as the extent of the waves and their destruction become apparent. Discover the power of the human spirit through stories of hope, hardship, and heroism from the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami. Watch Tsunami: Race Against Time tonight from 5pm, on National

20 years ago on 26 December 2004, the Indian Ocean Tsunami shocked the world with its destructive impact. Today, we remember the lives lost and strive to reduce risks of future such disasters – including implementing multihazard early warning systems. https://tsunamiday.undrr.org/commemorating-20-years-of-the-2004-Indian-ocean-tsunami | United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA)

Discover the power of the human spirit through stories of hope, hardship, and heroism from the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami. Tsunami: Race Against Time premieres Monday November 25th at 9pm on National Geographic UK. Also available on Disney UK. | National Geographic UK