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March 11th, 2011
Japan tsunami
A massive earthquake has hit the northeast of Japan triggering a tsunami that has caused extensive damage. Japan's TV showed cars, ships and even buildings being swept away the Fukushima prefecture, after the 8.8 magnitude earthquake.
Officials said a wave as high as 6m (20ft) could strike the coast. The quake struck about 250 miles (400km) from Tokyo at a depth of 20 miles, shaking building in the capital for several minutes.
Chris Ryan, head of the Australian Tsunami Warning Centre describes the impact of the Tsunami.
View all newsOfficials said a wave as high as 6m (20ft) could strike the coast. The quake struck about 250 miles (400km) from Tokyo at a depth of 20 miles, shaking building in the capital for several minutes.
Chris Ryan, head of the Australian Tsunami Warning Centre describes the impact of the Tsunami.