earthquake preparedness
Supreme Court Dismisses Plea On Earthquakes: Should We Relocate Everyone To Moon?
Dec 12, 2025 05:16 pm CST
The Supreme Court of India dismissed a petition seeking directions to minimize earthquake damage in high seismic zones where 75% of India's population reportedly resides. Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta questioned if everyone should be relocated to the moon and stated that earthquake preparedness falls under government policy decisions rather than judicial intervention.
Powerful 6.7 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Northern Japan Following Recent Seismic Activity
Dec 12, 2025 11:43 am CST
A 6.7 magnitude earthquake hit northern Japan on Friday, prompting temporary tsunami warnings just days after a larger 7.5 tremor injured dozens in the region. Japan's position on the Pacific "Ring of Fire" makes it highly seismically active, experiencing approximately 1,500 earthquakes annually. This recent seismic activity has renewed concerns following the catastrophic 2011 earthquake and tsunami disaster that claimed 18,500 lives.
Japan Issues Megaquake Advisory Following 7.5 Magnitude Earthquake: Tsunami Risk and Preparedness Measures
Dec 10, 2025 03:38 pm CST
Japan has issued a megaquake advisory after a 7.5 magnitude earthquake struck off its eastern coast, warning of potential tsunami waves up to 98 feet high that could affect 182 municipalities. While officials state the probability of a magnitude 8+ earthquake is only 1%, they urge coastal residents to prepare emergency supplies for immediate evacuation. Government projections estimate a major offshore earthquake could cause 200,000 fatalities and $198 billion in damages.