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One of the main lessons to learn from the 2004 tsunami is that one of these killer waves can occur even in places where nobody thought they could. It brought home the importance of tsunami warning systems, something that could have saved many lives in 2004.

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Where did Kobe earthquake happen YER?

The Kobe earthquake occurred in Kobe, Japan in 1995. It was a magnitude 6.9 earthquake that caused extensive damage and loss of life in the region.


What was the mercalli scale for the Kobe earthquake?

The Mercalli Intensity Scale is a measure of earthquake intensity experienced at a given location. The Kobe earthquake in 1995 had intensities reaching up to VIII (8) on the Mercalli Intensity Scale in the heavily affected areas around Kobe.


Which was the more catastrophic earthquake the Kobe or the northridge?

The Kobe earthquake was more catastrophic than the Northridge earthquake in terms of casualties and economic impact. The Kobe earthquake, which struck Japan in 1995, resulted in over 6,000 deaths and caused extensive damage to infrastructure. The Northridge earthquake, which struck California in 1994, caused fewer casualties and less widespread destruction.


How many people died in the Kobe earthquake?

Approx. 6400 people died in the Kobe earthquake most suffocated or were burnt to death in the flames that spread through Kobe on the 17th January 1995. So far the amount of people that have died in the Japanese earthquake is 10,000 people.


What did people do to prepare for the Kobe Earthquake?

To prepare for the Kobe Earthquake, people conducted earthquake drills, reinforced buildings, secured heavy furniture, and stocked up on emergency supplies such as food, water, and first aid kits. Some individuals also participated in community-based disaster preparedness programs and learned about evacuation routes.