STOP 1:
FUKUSHIMA, JAPAN
epicenter
The image above shows the earthquakes
that occur around Fukushima.
This map above shows The Tsunamis at the right
Why earthquakes strike Fukushima,
Japan? Fukushima lies along the Pacific
Ring of Fire and within it. The tectonic
plates collided within the Pacific Ring of
Fire. So, one plate bends and slides
underneath the other in subduction zones
which cause the oceanic crust sink into
Earths mantle. In 2011, 6.1 magnitude
earthquake hit the Northeast coast of the
Japan that struck o Fukushima power
plant.What is the solution and how to
protect yourself from the earthquake?
Japan is an earthquake-prone country.
Fully preparing for an earthquake is
essential part especially the countries
around earthquake zone. For instance,
government should set up public alarms
in case people can evacuate as soon as
possible when the earthquakes happen.
In addition, educating people how to deal
with the earthquake situation correctly.
Stocking up on supplies, emergency kit
and pacing an evacuation bag are helpful
as well.
STOP 2:
MALIBU, CALIFORNIA
FIELD TRIP :
MALIBU to
FUKUSHIMA &
MOORE
bottom that might occur in Malibu, California.
Why would a Tsunami hit the coast of California?
Tsunami particularly happen in this area due to the
San Andreas Fault causing Seismic activity. There can
be a possibility of a Tsunami depending of the
magnitude of the earthquake. Although there hasnt
been multiple Tsunami in this area it can be possible.
The west coast can also be aected with high tides or
tsunamis from Japan. Since Japan is known to have
many earthquakes and the most recent ones have set
tsunami warning along the west coast. The last
tsunami that occurred in Malibu was in 1930. It was
caused by a 5.3 earthquake along the coast of Santa
Monica and generated for about 16 miles o the
coast.
What is the solution and how should you prepare Group Members:
yourself from a Tsunami? Biyong He
If you live around the ocean coast and there is Tanner Payne
earthquake activity a tsunami is prone to happen.
Margarita Zarate
After you make sure your safe and follow earthquake
procedures. Climb to higher ground or higher floor at
Mehrnaz Fotoohi
least 30 meters above sea level. Be aware and take
tsunami warning serious to have time to evacuate.

SOURCE:
STOP 1: FUKUSHIMA, JAPAN
http://
www.survivingnjapan.com/
2013/03/how-to-prepare-for-
earthquake-in-japan.html
https://www.livescience.com/
56973-why-so-many-big-
earthquakes-strike-japan.html
tsunami overwhelmed the power and backup
https://www.livescience.com/
39110-japan-2011-earthquake-
tsunami-facts.html
STOP 2: MALIBU, CALIFORNIA
http://maps.ngdc.noaa.gov
STOP 3: MOORE, OKLAHOMA
http://www.timesfreepress.com/
news/news/story/2012/mar/
11/10-ways-to-survive-a-
tornado/72758/
some of which were children in an aected school.
STOP 3:
OTHER INFORMATION
MOORE, OKLAHOMA
Nuclear Meltdown
In Fukushima,
Japan in 2011
The tsunami caused a cooling system failure at the
Fukushima Daiichi NPP, resulting in the emission of
Class 7 nuclear and radioactive material. The
generators and the factory lost its cooling capacity. The map above shows the tornados
ranking in Moore is more higher than
In addition, the radioactive chemicals have leaked to
North America and detected amounts of cesium-134
other cities on the Fujita scale of
magnitude.
and cesium-137(Oskin). Why Tornados is prone in Moore,
Oklahoma? Oklahoma also known as
tornados Alley. The reason why this area
is so susceptible to tornados is because it
is an ideal to environment for the severe
Tornados hit thunderstorms that spawn tornados.The
Moore, Tornado Alley also provides an ideal
Oklahoma in setting for supercell storms because cold
dry air from Canada collides with moist
May, 2013 warm air from the Gulf of Mexico.
What is the solution and how should
you prepare for a Tornado? If you live in
an area where tornadoes are prevalent
there are certain measures you can take
to keep yourself and your family safe. A
weather radio is one of the most eective
In May 2013, a massive tornado hit Oklahoma City means of warning and can provide time to
take cover, run to safety, or hide in safe
and reaped huge amounts of damage. More than
locations. A safe shelter is another
1,000 homes were destroyed as well as a local
eective safety measure and the nearest
medical center. 212 people were injured and 24 killed, location of one should be known in case
of emergency. Anyone living in a location
susceptible to tornadoes should also
Additionally, three tornadoes hit Moore three years
have an emergency kit stocked with
prior with similar outcomes of destruction. Moore has flashlights, a whistle, boots, a first aid kit,
been hit by 23 tornadoes since the late 1800s with the food and water, and any medication or
other necessary items for survival.