JAPAN EARTHQUAKE AND TSUNAMI

Last weekend, I was glued to the TV watching live telecast of the horrible views of the 8.9 magnitude earthquake that struck off the coast of northeast Japan followed by the powerful tsunami sweeping through the northern cities and countryside. I did not realised that this was the biggest earthquake ever in Japan until I switched on my TV upon arriving home on Friday. I had experienced earthquakes when I was in Japan in the 90s but they were mild. Tsunami triggered by the earthquake approaching the shore of Natori, Miyagi prefecture.It was horrifying to watch the tsunami hitting the shores along Iwanuma. Sendai airport was badly hit - the entire airport’s terminal was surrounded by water. The ramp and runway were were completely submerged.Light planes and vehicles were among the debris at Sendai airport. NHK showing cars and containers floating in a massive tsunami wave.

Thousands lost their life in this horrible disaster. I managed to get through to all my friends in Japan especially those in Tokyo and Sendai area. I am glad that all of them including their families are safe.

My condolence and deepest sympathy to those who lost their loved ones.

Note: Pictures were taken from the TV and media.