Great Tōhoku Earthquake
The Great Tōhoku Earthquake, which struck Japan on March 11, 2011, was a powerful magnitude 9.0 earthquake off the northeastern coast. It triggered a massive tsunami, with waves reaching up to 40 meters (131 feet) high, devastating coastal towns and causing widespread destruction. The disaster led to significant loss of life, with over 18,000 people confirmed dead or missing. It also severely damaged the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant, resulting in a nuclear crisis. This event highlighted the risks of natural disasters and the importance of preparedness, response, and recovery in affected regions.
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The Great Tōhoku Earthquake, which struck Japan on March 11, 2011, was a powerful magnitude 9.0 undersea earthquake off the northeastern coast. It triggered a massive tsunami that devastated coastal communities, causing widespread destruction and loss of life. The disaster also led to the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant crisis, releasing radioactive materials. In total, nearly 20,000 people were killed or reported missing, and many more were displaced. The event highlighted Japan's vulnerability to natural disasters and sparked global discussions on earthquake preparedness and nuclear safety.