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What facts about the Great Hanshin earthquake?
The Great Hanshin earthquake, also known as the Kobe earthquake, struck Japan on January 17, 1995. It had a magnitude of 6.9 and caused widespread destruction in the city of Kobe and surrounding areas. The earthquake resulted in over 6,000 deaths and left thousands more injured and displaced.
Why did japan survive the quake but not the tsunami?
Because Japan is a earth quake prone country and has houses and other things built for surviving an earthquake up to 10 magnitude. But Japan wasn't, in any way prepared for the tsunami.
Have any earthquake predictions come true?
There has never been a recorded instance of an earthquake prediction having been proven accurate. Often times, however, stories claiming this to be the case arise after earthquakes (or other natural disasters).
What is the chance of another earthquake happening in Japan?
Earthquakes in Japan are very common. Like in Minnesota, some earthquakes are so small, they cant feel them! If you mean the chances of a catastrophic earthquake, not very high. The big earthquake that just happened recently was the 4th biggest earthquake in RECORDED JAPAN HISTORY. which should tell you how low the chance is. But if you mean the chances of a small one, still not very high, but higher than a catasrtrophic one. Japan has earthquakes a lot, and i went to Tokyo a few weeks ago, and i was there for about a week. up until the big earthquake (which was 2 days before my birthday), there werent any. But after the big one, the aftershocks were non-stop. the chance of aftershocks(which are smaller earthquakes after a regular one) are very high, especially after a catastrophic one. But dont fret- as long as you get to a safe place- like under a table or stand in a doorway- you should be just fine. Japan is a BEAUTIFUL country, and i would move there in a heartbeat!
Why did japan survive the quake but not the tsunamis?
Japan's strict building codes and advanced early warning systems for earthquakes helped reduce the impact of the quake. However, tsunamis are caused by the displacement of a large volume of water and can be more destructive, as seen in the 2011 Tohoku earthquake. Geography also played a role in the vulnerability to tsunamis, as Japan's extensive coastline was directly exposed to the incoming waves.
Where there any lasting effects in the japan earthquake?
Yes.
Where there any earthquakes in Japan in the olden days?
Yes, Japan is an earthquake hot spot
Did the March 11 2011 Japan earthquake break any records?
Yes. The March 11, 2011 earthquake in Japan was the most powerful known earthquake ever to have hit Japan, and one of the five most powerful earthquakes in the world overall since modern record-keeping began in 1900.
What has caused the Earthquake in Japan?
The earthquake in Japan was caused like any other earthquake, by two tectonic plates hitting and moving each other. The tsunami in Japan was caused because the earthquake happened close to the surface of the earth in the lithosphere (crust). The seismic waves (mostly the Secondary waves rather than the Primary Compression Waves) shook the water and later became a giant tidal wave, which was the tsunami in Japan.
During the earthquake most damage is seen on earth's crust why?
was there any damage to the earthquake plate situated near Japan please explain thankyou
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.
Did any animals die in the earthquake in Japan?
if tens of thousands of people died,then yes,animal died. --___--
Any building that wish to survive a substantial earthquake should be able to do this?
Any building that wish to survive a substantial earthquake should be able to sway. Most buildings in Japan are constructed with isolation bearings, that allow the buildings to sway from side to side during an earthquake.
Does an earthquake in Japan make it more likely that there will be an earthquake in the US or Canada?
Yes, because the pacific ocean is in Japan and in Canada(British Columbia) The Pacific Ocean is not in Japan or in Canada... They both border the ocean which is HUGE. The question is about the relationship between earthquakes and plates along the ring of fire... Did the NZ earthquake have anything to do with the Japan earthquake? Do the plates moving in these 2 places create a greater probability plates will also move thousands of miles away along the ring on this side of the ocean? Is there any data to back this up?
Did the Japan Earthquake affect any of the volcanoes?
yes yellow stone is in high alert of eruption witch can lead to our death...
Why did the eartquake in japan happen?
The same reason any earthquake happens, tectonic plates shifted against each other.
Did any celebs die in the Japan earthquake?
If they had, their name would have been prominently placed in the news to garner greater ratings.
