Earthquake

An earthquake is the result of a sudden release of energy in the Earth's crust that creates seismic waves. Earthquakes are measured with a seismometer (also called a seismograph). The magnitude of an earthquake with 3 or lower earthquakes being mostly almost imperceptible and magnitude 7 and over causing serious damage over large areas. The largest earthquakes in historic times have been of magnitude slightly over 9, although there is no limit to the possible magnitude.

Mar 28 2011

The March 2011 Earthquake in Japan

Honshu Japan is Rocked by a 9.0 Earthquake on March 11th, 2011

Japan Earthquake and Tsunami Damage On March 11th, 2011 the East Coast of Honshu Japan was rocked by an earthquake that measured in at a magnitude of 9.0. This Earth shattering quake was just the beginning of things to come for Japan as a series of tragic events would soon begin to unfold as a result of the initial quake. As Japanese citizens struggled to overcome the damage that the incredible quake caused there was little time for rescue efforts to unfold as a tsunami, spawned by the giant earthquake rolled across the shorelines bringing with it waves of immense proportions. As the tsunami swallowed up the East Coast of Japan, leaving in its wake nothing but death and destruction, those who were fortunate enough to make it out alive held on for dear life as Japan launched rescue efforts. The overall devastation caused by the combination of the record breaking quake and the following tsunami would be enough to cause any number of people to turn tail and run; however, the Japanese have done no such thing and they continue to diligently work towards saving their country from any further devastation.... read more »