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Tsunmai carnage the day after. The owners of Laonte Hotel look on to what is left of there premisis. 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 owners of Laonte Hotel look on to what is left of there premisis. 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 owners of Laonte Hotel look on to what is left of there premisis. 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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This powerful print captures the devastating aftermath of the tsunami that struck Phuket, Thailand on December 27th. The image shows the owners of Laonte Hotel standing amidst the wreckage, gazing upon what remains of their once thriving premises. Located in Patong, the busiest part of Phuket with its tightly condensed area filled with hotels, bars, and shops, this popular tourist destination was bustling with thousands of visitors during peak season. The sheer scale of destruction is evident as debris litters the landscape and buildings lay in ruins. The resilience and strength displayed by these hotel owners is palpable as they confront the immense loss caused by nature's fury. Their expressions convey a mix of shock, grief, and determination to rebuild amidst such devastation. This photograph serves as a stark reminder of both the fragility and resilience of human existence in face of natural disasters. It highlights not only the immediate impact on individuals but also raises broader issues surrounding environmental challenges faced by coastal regions like Phang Nga District. Leon Schadeberg's poignant composition encapsulates an important moment in history - one that forever altered lives and landscapes while shedding light on our vulnerability to unpredictable weather patterns.
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