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The Big Story: Is Japan’s megaquake warning a sign the ‘Big One’ is near? And should your Japan trip be on hold?
A powerful 7.5-magnitude earthquake recently struck north-eastern Japan, injuring dozens and forcing nearly 90,000 people to evacuate. While tsunami warnings have been lifted, experts warn there’s still a small but real risk of another major quake. With thousands of Singaporeans planning year-end trips to Japan, what should travellers know? On The Big Story, Nadiah Koh speaks with Dr Nawaz Mian, Senior Lecturer, Department of Geography at the National University of Singapore, as he helps us understand the latest quake, the potential risks ahead, and what it means for those visiting…
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