2011, The Disaster Year for Earthquakes, Tsunamis and Other Natural Disasters
Published by CHAN LEE PENG on March 15, 2011 in Asia-
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8.9 magnitude earthquake struck Japan on March 11, 2011 triggering tsunami alert along Japan’s Pacific Coast and to at least 20 countries. This largest tsunami catastrophe was the worst history of earthquake in Japan but what’s creating more global concern is the possibility of the leaking radiation to the air following the explosion of two nuclear plants in Fukushima, Japan.
Throughout the beginning of 2011, our earth has not been a peaceful land as many earthquakes have stricken many parts of the world ranging from magnitude 5-7 within January and February, with the worst record of 9.0 magnitude earthquake hit Japan recently.
From January 1-31, earthquakes hit Argentina, Chile, Iran, Pakistan, Tajikistan, and Tonga. By the following month that was from February 4-21, earthquakes struck Burma, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Sulawesi, Fiji and New Zealand. The occurrence of this terrible disaster has not stopped there and it continues to strike portions of lands on Earth in this March, with the most notable earthquake accompanied by tsunami hitting Sendai, Japan on March 11, 2011.
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The 9.0 magnitude earthquake marked the “black Friday” in Japan’s history as this was the worst earthquake Japan ever experienced with a death toll of over 1,500 people. The earthquake triggered tsunami warnings along Japan’s Pacific coast and to about 20 countries and its occurrence brought the most destructive tsunami waves over 10 meters travelling over 10km inland accompanied with smaller waves visiting other countries several hours after the quake struck Japan.
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The combination of a stronger quake and tsunami in Japan has created extreme destruction to roads, factories, buildings, railways, housing areas, dams and even some areas were in fires.
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The climax of this tragic event was the melting down of two nuclear reactors, which also caused a chemical explosion that prompted immediate evacuations of the affected areas with over 200,000 people being evacuated, especially those who were within a 10km radius of the Fukushima II Nuclear Power Plant and a 20km radius of the Fukushima I Nuclear Power Plant.
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Following a nuclear blast at 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 13, 2011 in Fukushima, Japan, the leakage of radiation is the most concerned global issue. While Japan is in a critical situation, another explosion from the reactor which wounded 6 workers took place on the following day or Monday, March 14, 2011, and this explosion further increased the alarming state of Japan.
Even if the Japanese government attempts to control this incident, still, there is the concern for radioactive particles that may be carried away by winds or suspended in the air. If it rains today or in the last few days in your area, you are advised not to go under the rain. If you happen to get caught in the rain, you must use a raincoat or an umbrella to protect yourself from this harmful substance, even if it may just be a drizzle! The radioactive particles which may cause cancer, burns or even alopecia may become trapped in the rain.
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The recent earthquake in Japan is just like the Cyclone Nargis and the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami bringing more localized unimaginably, deadly and destructive shake resulting in more inescapable casualties.
We tend to forget after each of this natural event passes. Humans have destroyed the Earth with their own hands, and very few will take the initiative to repent for the past mistakes being done. It is just like watching a tragic like movie; humans just forget their part in protecting our earth from being destroyed in the name of development. We are now not living in a balanced ecosystem and nature has its bad stories to tell.
After this deadly quake and tsunami happened in Japan, what’s next? Cyclones, tornadoes, volcanic eruptions….. We, humans, have neglected to advocate the green of the nature and finally in each of the tragic episodes, nature teaches us a lesson.
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good presentation but tragic
Good summary of a still-unfolding tragedy.
It seems the worst disaster this year..I feel so sad about Japan..and now, another disaster; nuclear crisis!..”The worst crisis since World War II,” says Japan’s PM..oh my goodness! So many bad things happening in the world. Let us all pray for better days.
nice post
Chan, you have written a wonderful summary of this tragic event. I heard on the news the other day that there is a web site where we can send donations to assist. I couldn’t find a pen in time to get it written down, but will be looking online to find it.
It is terrible. I pray for Japan
It is so tragic and I feel bad for them.
So these earthquakes have been going on and Japan got the worst of it. Very well presented Chan and so sad about it. I hope those people in Japan recovers soon.
An amazing article demonstrating just what devastation mother nature can cause…
Exceptional information about this tragic situation. Great photos to help show its devastation.
Pity those poor people of Japan…You have done a good amount of research and the article is well presented too.
Chan, you have presented a powerful article on these events. We are at fault for what is happening and the earth if telling us so. My daily prayers are for the people of Japan. Thank you for this article.
An insightful, and heartfelt view of the tragic events that are unfolding the world over. You are right on the money my friend, and we all need to do our part to stop it if we’re to survive as a species.
The people of Japan are in my prayers, as are all those who are suffering all over this wee planet.
Janie Smith
New Zealand
My heart goes out to all of the people that are suffering in Japan. It was a horrible tragedy.
The photos speak for themselves, what a tragic event that Japan faced. I also believe more of these fury of Nature will occur this year.
Such devastation, it’s heartbreaking.
Your article and pictures show the terrible fury of the quake and tsunami.
Both scary and sad story.
I don’t understand what conditions allow the quakes or tsunamis to occur. Is it a build up over time like too many cars on the road. Does it have to do with the wind or I don’t even know how to begin to iunderstand how thiese things occur. If you have an idea please I would like to read more.
It seems as if there is one tragedy after another these days. I really feel for all the people who are suffering. I don’t think Japan can ever get over something like this. You have described everything so well, Chan.
It was such a tragedy..and to this day, Japan still have a long way to go in rebuilding or recuperating..God bless them!
It is all so very sad. We control many things when it comes to our lives, but this kind of tragedy we have not control over. We just have to pray for the spiritual and physically wounded. The pictures are heartfelt and spectacular.
The earthquake in Japan was horrible. The pictures in the article were great.
I cant say much even to those who have lost there loved ones. Even if time forgets them but in our hearts we will always remember them as a whole cause we are ONE.
GOD BLESS.
We got hit here in alabama by f-5 tornadoes. Sounds like the earth is in beginning stages of destabilization.
be prepared for 2012…………………
People tend to forget we live on a Fireball in space,covered with a thin layer of dust beneith our feet and over our heads( Earths crust and the ozone layer)..let’s not forget the fact we’re hurdling through space at 64,000 mph.. There can be no Triump without Tragedy.. Only by the grace of GOD are we here at all. =)
I hope there will not be any more disasters in the year 2011.If disasters happen I hope many people don’t get hurt.God bless everyone and keep them safe!
You coverd alot of material. Job well done.
You coverd alot of material. Job well done.
it should not hppn again
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It was a great tragedy. It should not happen again.
It’s a huge loss of humans & wealth.I pray to god,enver happen again.
it is nice but sad………….
sooooo gooooooooooooood!!!!!!!!!
nice and good
wow sad