Japan's Natural Disasters

In response to the documentary about Japan's natural disasters, I can say what had happend there was a tragedy. March 11, 2011 is a day I'm sure will be remembered by many. Two natural disasters occured on this day, an 8.9 magnitude earthquake, which soon triggered a 23 foot tsunami. Both the natural disasters left Japan and its people in ruins. Not only did these disasters destroy much of Japan and its people, but another disaster occured quickly after, a nuclear crisis. As a result, more than ten thousand people have died or gone missing and over a million have been misplaced. There is only one factor to be learned from this event and that is prevention. Since the earthquake, tsunami, and nuclear crisis occured, Japan can only move forward and advance in safety and prevention against these disasters. New technology and better equipment can be made to counteract natural occurances. What happend in Japan was something that made history. Unlike hurricane Katrina in the United States, Japan was struck by far worse. People in the US were able to be notified sooner and quicker. They were able to leave their homes and get to safety. Although natural disasters can and will happen in the future, Japan can be something to look upon as a learning experience.