The manga that heightened 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.
Breakdown
- Japan experiences about 1,500 earthquakes annually and maintains extensive emergency preparedness. 18s
- A manga predicting a massive tsunami has caused widespread public fear and travel cancellations. 47s
- Authorities have dismissed the manga's prediction as a hoax, stating earthquake timing cannot be predicted. 1m 38s
- Japan is at risk of a major Nankai Trough earthquake, which could cause significant casualties and damage. 1m 53s
- Experts emphasize that while the threat is real, preparation is key as the timing of such events is unknown. 4m 20s