ERTHQUAKE AND TSUNAMI IN JAPAN

 ERTHQUAKE AND TSUNAMI IN JAPAN

 

 The 2011 earthquake and tsunami in Japan was one of the most devastating natural disasters in recent history. On March 11, 2011, a powerful magnitude 9.0 earthquake struck off the coast of Tohoku, triggering a massive tsunami with waves reaching up to 40 meters (131 feet) high. The earthquake caused widespread destruction, particularly in the northeastern part of Japan, with cities like Sendai being heavily damaged. The tsunami inundated coastal areas, destroying entire communities, sweeping away buildings, vehicles, and infrastructure, and leaving tens of thousands of people dead or missing. The disaster also led to the Fukushima nuclear crisis, as the tsunami knocked out power to the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant, causing a meltdown. The event resulted in significant loss of life, long-term environmental damage, and a massive recovery effort, with Japan continuing to rebuild and address the impacts of the tragedy.