Sri Lanka, Dec. 26 -- Today (26) marks 21 years since the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami, one of the world's deadliest and most destructive natural disasters, which impacted over 10 countries in the Indian Ocean.

On December 26, 2004, a massive earthquake off the coast of North Sumatra, Indonesia, triggered a devastating Tsunami that struck many countries, including Sri Lanka.

Over 35,000 people in the country lost their lives, around 5,000 went missing, and extensive property damage was reported.

Since 2005, December 26 has been designated as 'National Safety Day' to honor the victims of the Tsunami.

This year, the main commemoration will be held today from 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Peraliya Tsunami Memorial Statue in Galle.

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