Japan’s “Rocky” State: two powerful earthquakes rock Japan in the span of a month

Opinion News Analysis by Maria Wehbe, Staff Writer

On March 11th, 2011, the most powerful earthquake ever recorded in Japan’s history took place: an 8.9 magnitude earthquake that would forever leave its’ footprint on the Japanese citizens. Also, not long ago, Japan was struck by another powerful 7.3 magnitude earthquake, on February 13th, 2021. Most recently, another 7.0 magnitude earthquake rocked Japan on March 20th, 2021. One should not overlook the gravity of this situation, as this country had to undergo two powerful earthquakes in the span of a month or so, not even four months into 2021.