The One about the day after the earthquake – Road collapse, water pipe burst causing leaks… Elevators at the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, far away, are out of service

A day after the earthquake that registered a seismic intensity of 5- on the Japanese scale in Aomori Prefecture, the full extent of the damage is becoming clear. The Japan Meteorological Agency is urging caution regarding large-scale earthquakes for the next week or so. Footage Read More …

The One about authorities warning of possible aftershocks after 7.7 earthquake in northern Japan

A magnitude-7.7 earthquake strikes northern Japan on April 20, triggering widespread shaking across the Tohoku and Hokkaido regions and prompting tsunami warnings along the Pacific coast. Authorities are warning of possible aftershocks and the continued risk of larger seismic activity, urging the public to remain Read More …

The One about how a modern Earthquake similar to 1811-1812 in New Madrid, Missouri would be catastrophic in 2023 (or in the future)

Living in California, we have been prone to earthquakes courtesy of the various fault lines. I have experienced the largest in California within the past few decades but while many think California would produce larger earthquakes, a big worry is the fault line in New Read More …

EARTHQUAKE IN OSAKA (June 18, 2018) – The One about Tips for Travelers who are in or traveling to Osaka (or Kansai Area)

UPDATED”: [NHK] A magnitude 6.1 earthquake has struck the Osaka region in western Japan. Three people are confirmed dead. More than 230 others are reportedly injured. The Shinkansen line that runs from Tokyo to Osaka has resumed operation after service was partially suspended. But local Read More …