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Why almost 150 earthquakes struck Japan in less than a day

A big earthquake rattled Japan’s northwestern coast on New Year’s day, killing dozens and rekindling fears of the tsunami that ravaged the nation’s northern region in 2011. It was one of about 150 to strike the region over the day.

The Times of India

How devastating was Monday’s earthquake in Japan?

At least 30 people have been killed in Ishikawa while many people are believed to be trapped under rubble.

Al Jazeera

Death toll from Japan earthquakes rises to 48

The toll from the series of earthquakes that jolted Japan on New Year's Day rose to 48 on Tuesday, with several more injured, NHK World reported. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Japan: plane collision at Tokyo airport leaves five dead on coastguard aircraft but Japan Airlines passengers evacuate – as it happened

Six coastguards were on plane, which was delivering earthquake relief supplies, which hit Japan Airlines plane at Haneda airport

The Guardian - UK

Death toll climbs to 30 After Multiple Earthquakes Hit Japan In A Day

The country is hit by quakes regularly as it sits on top of three tectonic plates.

International Business Times UK

At least 30 dead as powerful earthquakes hit Japan's western coast

AT least 30 people are dead after a series of powerful earthquakes hit western Japan, with officials warning people in some areas on Tuesday to stay…

The National (Scotland)

Fears grow about saving people still trapped from Japan quake that has killed dozens

A series of powerful earthquakes that hit western Japan left at least 62 people dead Wednesday, as rescue workers fought to save those feared trapped under the rubble of collapsed buildings.

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Large Earthquake Strikes Japan, Aftershocks And Tsunami Warnings Continue

Learn from the witty and informative seismologist, Maureen Long, as she shares insights on the recent earthquake in Japan and the potential aftershocks and...

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Major Japan Quake Triggers Tsunami Waves, Residents Told To Run

Tsunami waves over a metre high hit central Japan on Monday after a series of powerful earthquakes that damaged homes, closed highways and prompted authorities to urge people to run to higher ground.

International Business Times

Japan issues tsunami warnings after series of strong earthquakes on west coast

Japan issued tsunami alerts and told people to evacuate seaside areas after a series of strong quakes on its western coastline on Monday.

The National (Scotland)

Balanced boulders on San Andreas fault suggest the 'Big One' won't be as destructive as once thought

A cluster of precariously balanced rocks in California hold secret clues to future earthquakes near Los Angeles.

LiveScience

Will the eruption of the volcano in Iceland affect flights and how serious is it?

Scientists have been anticipating the eruption of a volcano in southwestern Iceland for several weeks and in November, authorities evacuated the fishing town of Grindavik as a precaution

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The Independent UK

A look at recent deadly earthquakes in China

An earthquake that killed more than 120 people in China this week was the country’s deadliest in nearly a decade

The Independent UK

Iceland volcano thrill-seekers ignore danger warnings to witness dramatic Reykjanes eruption

The eruption sent plumes of toxic gas and lava into the night sky after weeks of earthquakes and uncertainty

The Guardian - UK

Iceland volcano: Blue Lagoon spa reopens despite eruption fears

About 230 earthquakes reported near Reykjanes peninsula overnight as police alert remains at danger level

LiveScience

Tsunamis up to 90 feet high smash into New Zealand every 580 years, study finds

A new method of assessing tsunami risk in New Zealand finds that giant waves could hit the country's shores once every 500 years.

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Underwater volcano riding a sinking tectonic plate may have unleashed major earthquakes in Japan

A seamount sitting on a subducting tectonic plate off the coast of Japan and plowing its way into Earth's mantle may be at the root of several magnitude 7 earthquakes in the past 40 years.

The Independent UK

Iceland volcano – latest: Top tourist site extends closure as Met Office warns earthquake threat ‘not over’

The Blue Lagoon attraction extended its closure to 9 December for safety concerns

International Business Times UK

Around 120 Earthquakes Reported In Iceland As Authorities Prepare For Imminent Eruption

The most affected region remains the town of Grindavik, whose residents are waiting for things to get back to normal.

The Independent UK

Iceland volcano – latest: 180 earthquakes in 48 hours as Met Office warns ‘unrest not over’

The Blue Lagoon attraction extended its closure to 7 December for safety concerns

The Independent UK

Iceland volcano – latest: Grindavik anticipate imminent eruption as 120 earthquakes strike

The warning comes as the Blue Lagoon attraction extended its closure to 7 December for safety concerns

The Independent UK

Iceland volcano – live: 120 earthquakes strike as Grindavik anticipate imminent eruption

The warning comes as the Blue Lagoon attraction extended its closure to 7 December for safety concerns

The Independent UK

Iceland volcano – live: 120 earthquakes strike as Grindavik anticipate imminent eruption

The warning comes as the Blue Lagoon attraction extended its closure to 7 December for safety concerns

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