Earthquake, Part II

[spacealien_vamp]

A strong earthquake hit Niigata today, during which a number of buildings collapsed and landslides have covered roads. I don't know if this will make international news, but it did last time. I thought I should post to reassure everyone that I'm nowhere near the earthquake location.

For reference, here is the map that I posted the last time this happened, showing where Niigata is in relation to where I am. I live far enough away that I didn't even feel it. I just heard about it when I turned on the TV to watch the news.

Comments

[mangaroo.livejournal.com]

The news first showed up for me on the BBC newsfeed ('cause, really, American media only cares when there's an international disaster), and I immediately thought "hey, s_vamp used to JET near Niigata!"

*sigh* I want to go to Tokyo.

[kataren.livejournal.com]

It made Y!News, but only in the late afternoon. Apparently, the capture of an ancient fish (I can't even remember off the coast of where any more), & I think what were 5 easy ways to liven up a simple meal, featured prominently for most of the day. Now, if they'd dished up the captured coelacanth in a spiffy way it'd have been worth the coverage, else...ehh.

Good to hear you're ok. :)