Nature provides us with all the essential things to lead a beautiful life. However, nature can also take everything away in a matter of seconds. In recent years, the world has seen a lot of natural disasters taking place. From earthquakes to massive Tsunamis, the planet went on to endure a lot of catastrophes. So, it doesn’t come as a shock that people are always interested in knowing what caused these disasters. That’s why documentaries based on natural disasters are always in demand.
Natural disasters have a profound effect on human lives. The documentaries offer a chance to learn about the science behind these disasters. Additionally, the stunning footage captured while filming these natural calamities creates a formidable viewing experience. So, if you are looking for awe-inspiring documentaries based on natural disasters, here are some of the best natural disaster documentaries available for streaming.
Earthstorm
If you are looking for a documentary that makes you believe in climate change, then ‘Earthstorm’ should definitely be at the top of your watchlist. The four-part Netflix documentary series primarily focuses on extreme weather conditions worsening because of climate change.
The first episode is all about tornadoes, while the second episode features volcanoes as the subject matter. Meanwhile, the third and fourth episodes are about earthquakes and hurricanes. Apart from having spectacular visuals, the documentary makes viewers aware of our environment and how it is constantly changing. ‘Earthstorm’ is one of the most important natural disaster documentaries.
The documentary is available for streaming on Netflix.
Aftershock: Everest and the Nepal Earthquake
In April 2015, Nepal was jolted by a magnitude 7.8 earthquake. The quake was so powerful that it triggered an avalanche in Langtang Valley and on Mt. Everest. Although the title was marketed as another Everest documentary, it tells a story that is much more than just about the King of Mountains. The documentary primarily focuses on the natural disaster that killed almost 9,000 people and injured over 21,000. It also shows how an avalanche destroyed the Everest Base Camp.
The three-part documentary series Aftershock: Everest and the Nepal Earthquake features glimpses of what happened during the quake and how people reacted. Additionally, it has first-hand accounts of the people who survived the natural disaster. One of the most intriguing parts of the documentary is how it includes live footage of the quake that caused a massive avalanche on Mt Everest. This particular footage is heart-pumping.
The documentary series is available on Netflix.
Kedarnath
Kedarnath is a town in Uttarakhand, India, and is famous for Kedarnath Temple. People from various parts of the globe come here to see the magnificent temple situated at a height of 11,755ft. In 2013, Kedarnath, along with several other parts of Uttarakhand, was hit by flash floods. As per reports, more than 5000 people died in the flash floods. The above-mentioned documentary is a detailed look at what happened during the floods and how people managed to save lives.
Reports also suggest that the heavy rainfall caused a lot of landslides in the area and also led to the eruption of the Mandakini River. However, one of the most important things told in the documentary is how humans are making things worse by constructing buildings in such sensitive places. It is one of the most harrowing natural disaster documentaries ever made.
The documentary titled Kedarnath is available on National Geographic.
After the Wave
In December 2004, a major earthquake with a magnitude of 9.1-9.3 struck Indonesia. The quake triggered a massive Tsunami that caused an unthinkable amount of devastation. According to NDTV, over 230,000 people lost their lives in 14 countries, including Indonesia, India, Sri Lanka, Thailand and more. Right after the devastation, Thailand initiated an operation to return the bodies of 5,000 victims. The documentary, titled After the Wave, primarily focuses on that operation.
The best forensic experts in the world got together to identify the victims and return them to their loved ones so that they can have closure. After The Wave is one of the most awe-inspiring natural disaster documentaries available for streaming.
The documentary is available on Prime Video.
