In Japan, preparations are underway for a "mega-earthquake"

Japan on the brink of catastrophe: authorities warn of imminent "mega-earthquake"

According to an alarming statement from the Japanese government, the country faces the threat of a devastating "mega-earthquake" that could occur in the coming years. Experts point to the underwater Nankai Trough fault off the southwestern coast as the potential epicenter of the future disaster. The natural disaster threatens to cause giant tsunamis and inflict economic damage amounting to trillions of dollars.

The government commission has released shocking data: the probability of a powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 8-9 in this region within the next 30 years is estimated at 75-82%. Specialists predict that the strongest underground tremors will affect the prefectures of Osaka, Wakayama, Kumamoto, and Miyazaki. Tsunami waves are expected to exceed 20 meters in height, which would significantly surpass the scale of destruction from the 2011 disaster.

As part of the preparation for a possible catastrophe, authorities have already updated the emergency response plan. It includes the construction of additional dams and reinforcement of protective structures, creation of new evacuation shelters, expansion of educational programs for the population, conducting regular drills, and modernization of early warning systems.

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba emphasized that preparation for a possible catastrophe requires combined efforts from the state, municipalities, businesses, and public organizations. The inability to accurately predict the time and location of the future earthquake causes particular concern among local residents and tourists.