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Widespread destruction from Japan earthquake and tsunami. | A first-hand look at the initial effects of the Japanese earthquake and tsunami from CNN. Article found here. | |
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Powerful quake, tsunami kills hundreds in Japan. | Associated Press's reaction to the tsunami and description of the international aid being sent. Article found here. | |
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Tsunami Footage. | Youtube footage showing a first hand look at the devastation brought by the Japanese tsunami. Video found here. | |
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NOAA: Honshu, Japan tsunami propagation | An tsunami forecast model courtesy of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Video found here. | |
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Tsunami Waves Close in on Japan | Breaking news of the Japanese tsunami. Watch the video right here. | |
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Japan Quake Triggers Giant Tsunami | More footage of the devastating tsunami. Here it is. | |
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Away from Japan, Tsunami's Effect is Diffuse | Tsunami warnings are issued along the Pacific Rim, including Hawaii and California, but sea levels remain fairly stable. Read the article here. | |
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Live Blog: Japan Earthquake | The Wall Street Journal's live blog of the Japan crisis, or JAPAN REALTIME. Read the live updates. | |
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On Edge of Disaster, Town Reels from Tsunami | Interviews with survivors of the tsunami from the seaside town of Nakaminato. Read it here. | |
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Japan Pushes to Rescue Survivors as Quake Toll Rises | Japanese news media estimates the death toll from the natural disasters at around 1,300 to 1,700, mostly from drowning. Read it here. | |
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After Quake and Tsunami, Japanese Citizens Flock to Social Networks for Informantion | People use social media to contact friends and relatives, as well as to get news on the disaster. Read the full article here. | |
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How Shifting Plates Caused the Earthquake and Tsunami in Japan | Two days after the incident, the NY Times publishes an explanation of the cause of the devastating tsunami. Interactive visual found here. | |
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The moment the tsunami hit Japan | Al-Jazeera's look at the exact moment the tsunami struck Japan. Watch the clip. | |
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Japan Announces Emergency Budget for Rebuilding | Japan recently launched a $50 billion rebuilding effort, although the government estimates the total cost of damage at $300 billion. Check it out here. | |
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