The island was severely affected by the tsunami that was caused by the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake, which led to many deaths and damaged infrastructure.

Car Nicobar lies 750 km (470 mi) from the epicenter of the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake, and the ensuing tsunamis struck it with great force.

Most of the people have gone away from the shore and Indian govt has made many relief programmes here such as temporary shelters, subsidize their every primary needs etc.

Car Nicobar is remarkably flat except for some cliffs in the north and small hilly areas in the interior.

It is bordered by a silvery beach and areas of flat ground consisting of coraline diluvium.

[4] It is a flat fertile island covered with clusters of coconut palms and enchanting beaches with a roaring sea all around.

The soil analysis revealed a high content of sand & clay hindering the growth of agricultural crops.

[10] Most of the island is covered with coconut plantation and natural flora is present only in the interior areas.

[12] Andaman and Nicobar Islands Administration in cooperation with Indian Air Force operate charter services between Port Blair's Veer Savarkar International Airport, Campbell Bay and Car Nicobar Air Force Base.