2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami
UTC time2004-12-26 00:58:53
ISC event7453151
USGS-ANSSComCat
Local date26 December 2004 (2004-12-26)
Local time
  • 07:28:53 UTC+6​12
  • 07:58:53 UTC+7
  • 08:58:53 UTC+8
Magnitude9.1–9.3 Mw
Depth30 km (19 mi)
Epicenter3°18′58″N 95°51′14″E / 3.316°N 95.854°E / 3.316; 95.854Coordinates: 3°18′58″N 95°51′14″E / 3.316°N 95.854°E / 3.316; 95.854
TypeMegathrust
Areas affectedIndian Ocean coastline areas
Total damageUS$15 billion
Max. intensityIX (Violent)
Tsunami
  • 15 to 30 m (50 to 100 ft);
  • max. 51 m (167 ft)
Casualties227,898 dead