VOICED : A decade on is Thailand ready for another Tsunami

The video recounts the devastating 2004 tsunami in Thailand, which claimed over 200,000 lives. It includes a personal account from Sumaly, who survived the disaster, and describes the current tsunami warning systems in place. Despite these measures, challenges remain, such as faded signs and narrow evacuation routes. Hotels like La Flora Resort have implemented their own safety drills. However, there are concerns about complacency over time, which could lead to disaster if another tsunami strikes.

What natural event triggered the tsunami that claimed over 200,000 lives?

• A massive undersea earthquake

• A landslide

• A volcanic eruption

• A hurricane

What is the primary function of the tsunami warning towers installed in Thailand?

• To alert people to evacuate

• To monitor weather conditions

• To measure the height of waves

• To provide shelter during a tsunami

How do officials receive alerts about potential tsunamis?

• Through social media

• By watching the news

• Via text messages

• Through radio broadcasts

What is a concern regarding the evacuation routes from the beaches?

• They are too narrow

• They are too steep

• They are too long

• They are not marked

What precautionary measure does the La Flora Resort take to ensure safety during a tsunami?

• They provide life jackets to all guests

• They have a tsunami-proof wall

• They conduct drills every three months

• They have a private helicopter for evacuation