September 29th, 2009. On this date the Samoan Islands experienced an 8.1 magnitude submarine earthquake, the largest earthquake of 2009. It caused a tsunami that generated substantial damage and death in Samoa, American Samoa, and Tonga. The waves measured 46 feet high at their highest on the Samoan Coast. More than 189 people were killed. The largest city in American Samoa sustained heavy damage in the tsunami, with its main street flooded, cars overturned, and shoreline businesses damaged. The water system was also damaged and the supply of fresh water to American Samoa was disrupted. President Obama declared this a major disaster and allowed federal funds to be used for rescues, life support and public health and safety measures. The eastern side of the Samoan Island remained without water supplies or power after the earthquake. The cost of damages was estimated at $147.25 million. Aid came mainly from New Zealand, Australia, the United States, and Canada.
I don't appreciate this event, nor do I loathe it. Earthquakes and tsunamis cause great devastation all around the world. Many organizations and aids were set up throughout various countries to provide help to this region.
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