Why Indonesia's tsunamis are so deadly
- Written by Anja Scheffers, Professor, Southern Cross University
MAST IRHAM/EPA
The magnitude 7.5 earthquake, and subsequent tsunami, that struck Indonesia days ago has resulted in at least 1,200 deaths.
Authorities are still gauging the extent of the damage, but it’s clear the earthquake and tsunami had a devastating effect on the Sulawesi region, particularly the city of Palu.
It’s not the first...