Matt Rainey

Photojournalism: Tsunami: The Challenge

As winds stir up the surf causing a rumor of another Tsunami, Mohan dares the sea with a gesture. The pilgrim town of Velanganni in southern India saw the loss of over 1,000 people due to the Tsunami disaster which struck December 26, 2004. The town is home to the world renowned Shrine Basilica which pilgrims believe is a place of miracles. People escaping the waves found refuge inside the large church on that day. With rumors of another Tsunami about to hit , hundreds of town folk run from the sea to higher ground. An approaching storm with high winds caused rough surf frightening the people.
The Challenge, Velanganni, India

As winds stir up the surf causing a rumor of another Tsunami, Mohan dares the sea with a gesture. The pilgrim town of Velanganni in southern India saw the loss of over 1,000 people due to the Tsunami disaster which struck December 26, 2004. The town is home to the world renowned Shrine Basilica which pilgrims believe is a place of miracles. People escaping the waves found refuge inside the large church on that day. With rumors of another Tsunami about to hit , hundreds of town folk run from the sea to higher ground. An approaching storm with high winds caused rough surf frightening the people.