The tsunami caused by the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and the 7 July 2005 London bombings gave citizen journalists at the scene the opportunity to report on the events as they experienced them . Pictures from both were difficult to obtain in the moments after each tragedy . Broadcast news outlets , depending on agency or bureau video , were fortunate to receive submissions from people on the scene . Developing this format became a necessity for cable and network news shows
7 July 2005 London bombings
7 July 2005 London bombings
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