Sometimes when it rains, it pours. Japan has been recently devastated by the accumulation of horrendous circumstances due to the earthquake and the subsequent tsunami. Lives have been lost, families have been broken, property has been destroyed, and infrastructure has been compromised. The most dangerous threat, the release of nuclear radiation, is still looming in the horizon of possibilities...Obviously, there are plenty of things to be concerned about, and our first reaction should be to try to help those in dire need, but if you're curious to learn how tsunamis work (and need the extra push to help), here is a quick crash course to get you motivated:
Here is some footage of an amazing escape from the tsunami. These people managed to survive, and will now need your help.
Follow this link to find out more information on the Japan earthquake, including locating/helping family and friends.
And go here to find out how you can help.
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