Life in Korea

Sunday, March 13, 2011

2011 Japan Earthquake

On March 11, 2011, Japan experienced massive earthquake and tsunami. The 9.0 magnitude earthquake killed thousands of people. The death toll is still growing everyday and currently it reached 2,414. Nonetheless, on March 12, the nuclear plant in Fukushima exploded and injured 15 workers. Moreover, on March 13, there was a volcanic eruption in Kyushu island.

When I heard about Japan's earthquake, I was on my way to school. I cannot explain how shocked I was. The first person I thought was my Japanese friend, Kazumi. Kazumi and I used to be best friends since 3rd grade but she moved back to Japan in 7th grade. Therefore, she's my biggest worry right now and there's no way to contact her. I wish I can call her, but since, nowadays, teenagers have Facebook, Kazumi and I forgot exchange our phone numbers. I believe that many people have their loved ones live in Japan and are waiting for their call. The only prayer I have is that those loved ones are safe.

1 comment:

  1. That is a very upsetting story, I will be sure to put my prayers out for her as well. I completely understand what it is like having friends that are far away. One of my friends goes to school on the east coast, and if it wasn't for Facebook, it would be tough for us to keep in touch. Although the situation is much different for you, I try to relate my relationship to yours and extend my hand if there is anything that I can do to help you or your friend out.

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