Hey everyone! Did you hear about the big earthquake that just happened in Japan? A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 6.9 shook the southwestern island of Kyushu. That’s pretty strong! 😮
The earthquake’s epicenter was in Miyazaki Prefecture, and because of it, tsunami warnings have been issued for that area. A tsunami is a series of huge ocean waves usually caused by undersea earthquakes. When these big earthquakes happen under the ocean, they can push up massive waves that can be dangerous if they reach the shore.
The people in Miyazaki Prefecture and nearby areas are being warned to stay safe and move to higher ground. It’s important to listen to official information during these times. Emergency services are working hard to make sure everyone is okay.
Japan sits on something called the ‘Ring of Fire,’ which is an area around the Pacific Ocean where lots of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions happen. That’s why Japan has so many earthquakes. But the good news is that they’re really prepared! They have special buildings that can withstand shaking, and they practice what to do during earthquakes.
If you’re curious, you can learn more about earthquakes and tsunamis and how to stay safe during them. Remember, knowing what to do can help keep you and others safe. 🏠🌊
Let’s send our thoughts and support to everyone in Japan right now. 💙
Reference(s):
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