Japan Braces for Potential Nankai Trough Megaquake: Government Report Warns of 300,000 Casualties
Japanese Officials Assess 80% Chance of Massive Seismic Event Along Pacific Coast in Coming Decades A Japanese government risk assessment report released on March 31, 2025, warns of catastrophic consequences from a potential megaquake that could strike along the country’s Pacific coastline. The comprehensive analysis evaluates the likelihood and impact of a major seismic event…