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Earthquakes usually occur when two tectonic plates push against each other. All the high-risk areas are along fault lines, or boundaries between two plates.
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City destroyed by the earthquake of 1923?
Tokyo, Japan
Which Japanese city claims to be earthquake proof?
Tokyo
Is Disneyland Tokyo open?
Tokyo Disneyland is currently closed due to the March 2011 earthquake in Japan. It is set to re-open on April 15, 2011.
Is Manitoba a high risk of a major earthquake?
no its the least most expected there to be an earthquake 'cause im from Manitoba :D
What is the earthquake risk for Mexico?
There is a small to moderate risk of a major earthquake in Mexico. Last earthquakes with major loss of live were recorded on 1957 and 1985 with magnitudes of 7.9 and 8.1 on the Richter scale.
Was Tokyo affected by the earthquake?
No it was not!
When was the earthquake in Tokyo?
there was a earthquake today at 3/11/2011
Did tokoyo get hit in the Earthquake earthquake?
Tokyo did not get hit by the recent earthquake in Japan, however the stress from that earthquake has been moved along the plate bounday and therefore Tokyo is the next target for a major earthquake in Japan.
Where did the Tokyo earthquake happen?
Sendai
How did the 1923 Tokyo earthquake occur?
The earthquake in Tokyo occured because, Tokyo lies on three tectonic plates. When those plates come together, seperate, or slide past each other an earthquake happens. However, Tokyo is also a city in a major fault zone!
How badly damaged was Tokyo in the earthquake and tsunami?
The earthquake slightly damaged Tokyo, and the tsunami only hit the north Japan area.
How strong was the Tokyo earthquake and what were some of the results?
I'm sorry, but I only know the strength of the Tokyo Earthquake, and that is 7.1 Magnitude. A very strong and deep earthquake it was! To receive more information on this topic, type in 'What were some results of the Tokyo Earthquake', or questions similar to this, and there are many links to find your answer!
Where in Tokyo japan were there less damage from the earthquake and the tsumami?
Almost all of Tokyo Japan had little damage after the March 11th 2011 earthquake.
What is the length of 1923 Tokyo earthquake?
The 1923 Tokyo earthquake, also known as the Kanto earthquake, lasted for between 4 and 10 minutes.
Was Tokyo impacted by the earthquake?
Tokyo hasn't been impacted yet, read the news for once.
When did Tokyo japan earthquake happen?
Before you were born
What was the city destroyed by an earthquake in 1923?
tokyo,japan
