8.9 Earthquake Causes Tsunami

After the 8.9 earthquake hit Japan, a huge tsunami was triggered, killing hundreds and causing chaos. Soon after, the tsunami hit Hawaii and warnings were sent to many throughout the Pacific coast. Alerts were sent out to South America, U.S coast, Alaska and Canada. The earthquake has caused tsunami waves of 23 feet and has had more than 50 after shocks that rate above 6.0. According to police, the death count is currently at 200-300 just in the northeastern city of Sendai.

"Japan Earthquake 2011: 8.9 Magnitude Earthquake Hits, 30-Foot Tsunami Triggered." Thehuffingtonpost.com. Ed. AP/The Huffington Post. The Huffington Post, 11 Mar. 2011. Web. 11 Mar. 2011. .