What year did the Boxing Day earthquake & tsunami occur in the Indian Ocean?

The Boxing Day earthquake and tsunami occurred in the Indian Ocean in 2004. This devastating natural disaster was triggered by a 9.1 magnitude earthquake off the coast of Sumatra, Indonesia, resulting in one of the most destructive tsunamis in history. The massive waves caused widespread destruction and loss of life across several countries, including Indonesia, Thailand, Sri Lanka, India, and the Maldives.