Event Brief
Japan's Worst Earthquake and Tsunami in History
Filed: Mar 10, 2026 at 11:05 PM ET
Summary: In 2011, Japan faced its largest earthquake and a devastating tsunami, resulting in significant loss of life and destruction.
WHO: Japan
WHAT: earthquake and tsunami
WHEN: Mar 10, 2026 at 10:30 PM ET
WHERE: northeast coast
WHY: triggered by the largest earthquake in Japanese history
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