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Aim: What destructive events can be triggered from
earthquakes?
Japan Earthquake/Tsunami 2011
Japan Earthquake/Fire 2011
1) Buildings:I. Earthquake Damage
2) Liquefaction
• Solid materials that are saturated begins to act like a fluid when vibrated
What do you think are some factors that determine structural damage?
3) Tsunamis
• the Japanese word for “seismic sea wave.”
• triggered by an earthquake or landslide, travels very fast.
a. Tsunami Warning System
• Pacific seismic stations relay data to Hawaii and other island nations.
• this gives sufficient time to evacuate coastal areas.
II. Earthquake Predictions
a. Short-Range Predictions
So far predictions have not been successful.
b. Long-Range Forecasts
A seismic gap is an area along a fault where there has not been any earthquake activity for a long period of time.
III. Preparedness
If you live in an Earthquake prone area what things would you do to prevent loss of life or damage to
your home?