Tsunmai carnage the day after. The clean up starts from What is left of some shops and bars at Patong on the beach road. Patong is the busiest part of Phuket with hotels bars and shops in a very tightly condensed area

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Tsunmai carnage the day after. The clean up starts from What is left of some shops and bars at Patong on the beach road. Patong is the busiest part of Phuket with hotels bars and shops in a very tightly condensed area

THAILAND, Phang Nga District, Phuket, Tsunmai carnage the day after. The clean up starts from What is left of some shops and bars at Patong on the beach road. Patong is the busiest part of Phuket with hotels bars and shops in a very tightly condensed area and being peak season had thousands of tourists in the area. On the 27th Dec

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© Leon Schadeberg / Eye Ubiquitous

Environment Issues Region South East Asia Weather

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This powerful print captures the devastating aftermath of the tsunami that struck Phuket, Thailand. The day after the disaster, as dawn breaks, a scene of utter destruction unfolds along Patong's beach road. What remains of once vibrant shops and bars now lies in ruins, symbolizing the immense loss suffered by this bustling part of Phuket. Patong is renowned for its lively atmosphere, with hotels, bars, and shops tightly packed together in a small area. However, on this fateful day in December, tragedy struck during peak tourist season when thousands of visitors were enjoying their holidays. The image showcases not only the physical damage caused by the tsunami but also highlights broader issues such as environmental vulnerability and regional weather patterns. It serves as a stark reminder of nature's power to disrupt even the most thriving communities. Photographer Leon Schadeberg has captured both the devastation and resilience evident in this photograph. As cleanup efforts begin amidst unimaginable chaos, it is a testament to human strength and determination to rebuild what was lost. This print prompts reflection on how fragile our surroundings can be while emphasizing our responsibility to protect vulnerable regions like South East Asia from future disasters.

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