In Memory of the 2011 Japanese Earthquake and Tsunami
- John Cornelison
- March 11, 2012
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Just a brief note to commemorate those whose lives have been disrupted and lost by the Tōhoku disaster one year ago today.
Just a brief note to commemorate those whose lives have been disrupted and lost by the Tōhoku disaster one year ago today.
If you’ve not come across them, Paul Nichols has created several time lapse earthquake maps. Working at the University of Canterbury's Digital Media Group, he takes USGS or GeoNet data and plots it using the Google Maps API to create a fascinating animation.
National Preparedness Month is a nationwide effort held each September. The goal of National Preparedness Month is to increase public awareness about the importance of preparing for emergencies, including natural disasters and potential terrorist attacks, at home, work and school. Events and activities across the nation encourage individuals to get an emergency supply kit, make a family emergency plan, and get involved in preparing their communities. National Preparedness Month is sponsored by the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Ready Campaign.
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VashonBePrepared has been working with the Debi Richards and the Vashon Chamber of Commerce and a large number of local businesses this fall to promote business disaster preparedness. A useful new national program has just been announced that promises to provide some great guidance for all of us. The big aim: