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Were there any warning signs before the earthquake that struck Japan on March 11 2011?
On Thursday, March 10, 2011 there was a series of at least 24 earthquakes ranging from magnitude 4.4 to 6.4 in the region of Japan. These foreshocks were the precursor to the main event -- a 9.0 earthquake on March 11, 2011. Foreshock activity has been detected for about 40 % of all moderate to large earthquakes, and up to 70% for magnitude events >7.0.
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How much warning was there on the Japan tsunami and earthquake in March 2011?
There was little to no warning about the coming of the earthquake and tsunami that hit Japan on March 2011.
Did the people in japan get any warning before the earthquake?
The alarms did sound, but considering how fast the tsunami followed on the heels of the earthquake, there was no time to head for higher ground.
Was there a warning to evacuate before Japan's tsunami hit?
Normally there would have been, but the earthquake took out the ability to warn the people.
How is Japan prepared to handle an earthquake?
they are prepared by the warning signals that they get.
Does japan have an earthquake warning system?
Yes. But not a very good one, evidently...
What was Japan like before the earthquake?
Japan was ok ;)
How long of warning time did Sendai get in Japan during the 2011 tsunami?
During the 2011 tsunami, Sendai received a warning time of approximately 30 minutes after the earthquake struck. The Japan Meteorological Agency issued a tsunami warning shortly after the quake, which allowed some residents to evacuate to higher ground before the waves hit. However, this time was not sufficient for many to evacuate effectively, resulting in significant devastation and loss of life.
When did Japan earthquake happen before or after the tsunami?
The Earthquake occurred before the tsunami as it is what caused the tsunami.
What ls the Strongest intensity earthquake that struck japan ln the early 90's?
the Kobe earthquake
What tradegy recently struck Japan?
earthquake, which in turn caused a tsunami
What natural disaster struck Japan is 1923?
The Great Kantō earthquake.
City destoyed by earthquake in 1923?
Great Kantō earthquake struck Japan in 1923, devastating Tokyo and Yokohama.
