The manga that’s sparking fears of a megaquake in Japan
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Japan gets earthquakes every day – but viral predictions of a July 5 megaquake, from psychics to feng shui masters, have spooked some travelers into canceling their trips. While scientists can’t predict quakes, the government warns a catastrophic “big one,” the Nankai Trough megaquake, could strike in the next 20 to 30 years, with damage potentially hitting $10 trillion.
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- A viral manga has sparked widespread fear by predicting a massive earthquake and tsunami in Japan. 47s
- Some tourists have canceled trips and airlines have reduced flights due to the rumors. 1m 12s
- The Japanese government has called the prediction a hoax, stating earthquakes cannot be predicted. 1m 43s
- Experts warn of a real risk from the Nankai Trough megaquake, which could cause catastrophic damage. 2m 19s
- Authorities emphasize that preparation is essential, as the timing of major quakes is unknown. 4m 20s