Earthquake in Japan

On March 11, Japan was hit by a devastating earthquake, which triggered a tsunami that measured as high as 10 meters in some places. Thousands are confirmed dead, with many more still missing. Recovery efforts are underway, but aftershocks continue, and supplies of food, water and gasoline are scarce in some regions.

Because of the quake and tsunami, Japan is also dealing with a damaged nuclear power complex in Fukushima. Radiation levels have been rising around the plant, and several explosions have occurred.

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How You Can Help

Many aid agencies are taking donations for earthquake and tsunami relief in Japan. Here are some ways to help.

Aid Agencies Taking Donations

• American Red Cross
• Japanese Red Cross (via Google)
• Mercy Corps
• Save the Children
• Doctors Without Borders
• Global Giving
• International Medical Corps
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• More (Japanese) ...

Other Ways to Help

• Google Person Finder
  Report missing or found persons
• Crisis Commons
  Citizen-powered information efforts
• Time Out Tokyo
  Advice for people in Japan

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