AC 360 is basically saying that all 6 reactors are now in some form of crisis.

JAPAN said:

Dear Orgers,

Hi! I'm Tuna from Tokyo.
We wanna say, Thank you for your kindness and support.
I'm safe and alrigt.

Last Friday was so scary.
The ground was shake, and glass fell from the building.
train stopped and came home by foot for 3 hours.

food, toilet paper, a dry cell, gasoline disappeared from most shops.
For a 3-hour blackout, the train is suspended every day.

Prince plays twice in Sendai.
Lovesexy Tour 1989 and One Nite Alone Tour 2002.
There is affected by an earthquake and the tsunami.

However, we do our best with the warm message and cooperation of all.
Once Again, Thank you appreciated my purple friends!

Love from Japan

Love to all of Japan from America

Have mercy! I just can't believe the nerves of steel of the person that captured this footage:

I'm glad they did and survived to show the world what was happening as it was happening...but...just...DAMN!!

***WARNING***THIS FOOTAGE IS RAW AND VERY REAL***WARNING***

HatrinaHaterwitz said:

Have mercy! I just can't believe the nerves of steel of the person that captured this footage:

I'm glad they did and survived to show the world what was happening as it was happening...but...just...DAMN!!

***WARNING***THIS FOOTAGE IS RAW AND VERY REAL***WARNING***

Like toys in a bathtub. Tossed around like nothing...that continuous sound made my skin crawl.

noimageatall said:

HatrinaHaterwitz said:

Have mercy! I just can't believe the nerves of steel of the person that captured this footage:

I'm glad they did and survived to show the world what was happening as it was happening...but...just...DAMN!!

***WARNING***THIS FOOTAGE IS RAW AND VERY REAL***WARNING***

Like toys in a bathtub. Tossed around like nothing...that continuous sound made my skin crawl.

First it was cars, then trucks, then houses

SupaFunkyOrgangrinderSexy said:

noimageatall said:

Like toys in a bathtub. Tossed around like nothing...that continuous sound made my skin crawl.

First it was cars, then trucks, then houses

I Know. I kept looking with one eye closed...I was terrified I'd see a body floating by.

A moving video of a dog sitting at an injured friend's side waiting for a rescue.

http://tivi.cas.sk/video/840908/dojimavy-pribeh-z-japonska-psik-strazil-svojho-zraneneho-kamarata.html

Dogs are such a gift to the human race

SupaFunkyOrgangrinderSexy said:

Dogs are such a gift to the human race

They truly are. This footage made me bawl like crazy. I am still crying.

Actually I have just realized based on your comment, have you seen it? The dog is not looking after a human friend, but a dog friend. But the footage is so touching.

[Edited 3/16/11 12:08pm]

dag said:

SupaFunkyOrgangrinderSexy said:

Dogs are such a gift to the human race

They truly are. This footage made me bawl like crazy. I am still crying.

Actually I have just realized based on your comment, have you seen it? The dog is not looking after a human friend, but a dog friend. But the footage is so touching.

[Edited 3/16/11 12:08pm]

I saw that it was with another dog. But there are so many stories of dogs being loyal to their masters in tragic times

SupaFunkyOrgangrinderSexy said:

dag said:

They truly are. This footage made me bawl like crazy. I am still crying.

Actually I have just realized based on your comment, have you seen it? The dog is not looking after a human friend, but a dog friend. But the footage is so touching.

[Edited 3/16/11 12:08pm]

I saw that it was with another dog. But there are so many stories of dogs being loyal to their masters in tragic times

Oh, ok. God help everyone in Japan.

i say we be prepared

for the first really big

nuclear explosion ever

and the attempted cleanup

there after...

KingBAD said:

i say we be prepared

for the first really big

nuclear explosion ever

and the attempted cleanup

there after...

The way the nuclear reactors are structured, there is not going to be a mushroom cloud over the area like there was at Hiroshima or Nagasaki; it's only going to be small explosions of hydrogen gas at the site. But the real risk is that the reactor cores are going to be exposed to air and melt down into the ground while releasing radioactive gases into the air. The real threat right now is the release of radioactive material from the spent nuclear rods, whih are no longer useful to generate electricity but are still highly radioactive and will be that way for decades to come.

728huey said:

KingBAD said:

i say we be prepared

for the first really big

nuclear explosion ever

and the attempted cleanup

there after...

The way the nuclear reactors are structured, there is not going to be a mushroom cloud over the area like there was at Hiroshima or Nagasaki; it's only going to be small explosions of hydrogen gas at the site. But the real risk is that the reactor cores are going to be exposed to air and melt down into the ground while releasing radioactive gases into the air. The real threat right now is the release of radioactive material from the spent nuclear rods, whih are no longer useful to generate electricity but are still highly radioactive and will be that way for decades to come.

Because of the mess in Japan, people are looking at nuclear reactors in the U.S. How safe are they? Governor Cuomo wants a safety review of Indian Point Power Plant, only 35 miles north of NYC. And it resides on a fault line.

KingBAD said:

i say we be prepared

for the first really big

nuclear explosion ever

and the attempted cleanup

there after...

it's all too sad for words. even for such an incredibly brave culture. we best make room over here for them. gonna be needing a place to stay

Not to alarm people on the West Coast, but my professor passed on information from a geologist she knows who is predicting an earthquake in California this weekend based on scientific evidence; he was only four days off on the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake. Also, another scientist from Berkeley is predicting the same thing based on shifting of plates in the earth and animal behavior in the ocean and on the coastal areas. He was only one day off on the Loma Prieta earthquake. Also, the U.S. is moving all their military and federal personnel out of Japan and warning American civilians to evacuate because of the threat of nuclear pollution. The threat to Hawaii and the Pacific Coast of the U.S. from nuclear plants in Japan is real...not to mention the people of Japan, who I am praying for as well as us. Best to be prepared.

^It is possible, it's good to always be prepared with canned goods (although I don't prefer canned goods but pre-packaged is good) and lots of gallons of water an flashlights as well as matches and a bbq pit of some sort.

[Edited 3/18/11 1:39am]

wildgoldenhoney said:

^It is possible, it's good to always be prepared with canned goods (although I don't prefer canned goods but pre-packaged is good) and lots of gallons of water an flashlights as well as matches and a bbq pit of some sort.

[Edited 3/18/11 1:39am]

You got that right! My friend is going to drive some of us to Foodco in the morning to buy some canned goods and water. I used to be up on that but then I became complacent. The recent earthquake and tsunami in Japan and the subsequent warnings for the Pacific Coast are sobering reminders not to become too complacent or live in denial of eventual natural diasasters... And unfortunately, I don't think that the state of California has done enough for disaster preparedness planning... I so vividly remember the 8.6 earthquake in 1989... So, I take these warnings from experts seriously.

purplethunder3121 said:

wildgoldenhoney said:

^It is possible, it's good to always be prepared with canned goods (although I don't prefer canned goods but pre-packaged is good) and lots of gallons of water an flashlights as well as matches and a bbq pit of some sort.

[Edited 3/18/11 1:39am]

You got that right! My friend is going to drive some of us to Foodco in the morning to buy some canned goods and water. I used to be up on that but then I became complacent. The recent earthquake and tsunami in Japan and the subsequent warnings for the Pacific Coast are sobering reminders not to become too complacent or live in denial of eventual natural diasasters... And unfortunately, I don't think that the state of California has done enough for disaster preparedness planning... I so vividly remember the 8.6 earthquake in 1989... So, I take these warnings from experts seriously.

I can see how one can be complacent, years go by without anything happening but it's when you're not prepared that panic can set in. I'm semi-prepared with some food but recently have been eating my emergency food (instant noodles - they were over 6 months old) but good thing I bought Kitchens of India dishes that come in foil bags that you can boil in hot water to eat. They are better than canned food and no need for a can opener.

wildgoldenhoney said:

purplethunder3121 said:

You got that right! My friend is going to drive some of us to Foodco in the morning to buy some canned goods and water. I used to be up on that but then I became complacent. The recent earthquake and tsunami in Japan and the subsequent warnings for the Pacific Coast are sobering reminders not to become too complacent or live in denial of eventual natural diasasters... And unfortunately, I don't think that the state of California has done enough for disaster preparedness planning... I so vividly remember the 8.6 earthquake in 1989... So, I take these warnings from experts seriously.

I can see how one can be complacent, years go by without anything happening but it's when you're not prepared that panic can set in. I'm semi-prepared with some food but recently have been eating my emergency food (instant noodles - they were over 6 months old) but good thing I bought Kitchens of India dishes that come in foil bags that you can boil in hot water to eat. They are better than canned food and no need for a can opener.

That's a great idea...but then you have to think about not having the ability to boil water if there is no power. In that case, canned food is essential. During the earthquake in 1989, we had no power to boil water or otherwise for a week. So, non-perishable food and water--enough for at least a week--is essential. Unless you have one of those gas camper stoves my Dad used to have!

purplethunder3121 said:

wildgoldenhoney said:

I can see how one can be complacent, years go by without anything happening but it's when you're not prepared that panic can set in. I'm semi-prepared with some food but recently have been eating my emergency food (instant noodles - they were over 6 months old) but good thing I bought Kitchens of India dishes that come in foil bags that you can boil in hot water to eat. They are better than canned food and no need for a can opener.

That's a great idea...but then you have to think about not having the ability to boil water if there is no power. In that case, canned food is essential. During the earthquake in 1989, we had no power to boil water or otherwise for a week. So, non-perishable food and water--enough for at least a week--is essential. Unless you have one of those gas camper stoves my Dad used to have!

A small gas stove or bbq grill is one of the essentials.

purplethunder3121 said:

wildgoldenhoney said:

I can see how one can be complacent, years go by without anything happening but it's when you're not prepared that panic can set in. I'm semi-prepared with some food but recently have been eating my emergency food (instant noodles - they were over 6 months old) but good thing I bought Kitchens of India dishes that come in foil bags that you can boil in hot water to eat. They are better than canned food and no need for a can opener.

That's a great idea...but then you have to think about not having the ability to boil water if there is no power. In that case, canned food is essential. During the earthquake in 1989, we had no power to boil water or otherwise for a week. So, non-perishable food and water--enough for at least a week--is essential. Unless you have one of those gas camper stoves my Dad used to have!

I don't think those things need to be boiled, they are just better that way

purplethunder3121 said:

Not to alarm people on the West Coast, but my professor passed on information from a geologist she knows who is predicting an earthquake in California this weekend based on scientific evidence; he was only four days off on the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake. Also, another scientist from Berkeley is predicting the same thing based on shifting of plates in the earth and animal behavior in the ocean and on the coastal areas. He was only one day off on the Loma Prieta earthquake. Also, the U.S. is moving all their military and federal personnel out of Japan and warning American civilians to evacuate because of the threat of nuclear pollution. The threat to Hawaii and the Pacific Coast of the U.S. from nuclear plants in Japan is real...not to mention the people of Japan, who I am praying for as well as us. Best to be prepared.

The threat that you are talking about would "affect" all of the U.S. and Canada via the jet stream. But radiation that high is not a threat to anyone on the ground. But they won't say that on television. They will say increased radiation was detected over ____.

I don't expect any health effects in North America. Reactors can't explode like a thermonuclear bomb, so any radiation should be physically contained. I don't know what, now that they hydrogen tanks have exploded, could cause a large enough explosion to pulverize the rods into particle small enough to drift across the Pacific, through storms to affect North America in a serious health hazard way.

Fortunately, reactors have 'signatures' so the spread of any releases from these reactors can be determined.

728huey said:

KingBAD said:

i say we be prepared

for the first really big

nuclear explosion ever

and the attempted cleanup

there after...

The way the nuclear reactors are structured, there is not going to be a mushroom cloud over the area like there was at Hiroshima or Nagasaki; it's only going to be small explosions of hydrogen gas at the site. But the real risk is that the reactor cores are going to be exposed to air and melt down into the ground while releasing radioactive gases into the air. The real threat right now is the release of radioactive material from the spent nuclear rods, whih are no longer useful to generate electricity but are still highly radioactive and will be that way for decades to come.

whut i said was highly un-informed...

but then it's not the first time.

as far as consperacies go, that reactor

is a perfect target for anyone with an

american bone to pick. thus my concern.

as far as radiation poisoning, it's a done deal.

now we get to hear whut they (goverments) feel

are acceptable amounts of radiation...

in our food, our air, our lives.

and it's crazy watchin the fingerpointin.

the japanese are in terible trouble as well as everyone else who think they are protected from

such a thing ever happenin to them...

purplethunder3121 said:

Not to alarm people on the West Coast, but my professor passed on information from a geologist she knows who is predicting an earthquake in California this weekend based on scientific evidence; he was only four days off on the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake. Also, another scientist from Berkeley is predicting the same thing based on shifting of plates in the earth and animal behavior in the ocean and on the coastal areas. He was only one day off on the Loma Prieta earthquake. Also, the U.S. is moving all their military and federal personnel out of Japan and warning American civilians to evacuate because of the threat of nuclear pollution. The threat to Hawaii and the Pacific Coast of the U.S. from nuclear plants in Japan is real...not to mention the people of Japan, who I am praying for as well as us. Best to be prepared.

Well I was at Disneyland in Anaheim for the weekend and the scariest thing was the Hollywood Tower Hotel.

I probably have cancer now from Japan's radiation but I am of the mind now that whatever happens...happens. There is nothing we can do...no way to predict anything or be prepared for the type of tragedy Japan suffered...so enjoy your life while you are here, help and care for those you can, and just LIVE.

wildgoldenhoney said:

purplethunder3121 said:

That's a great idea...but then you have to think about not having the ability to boil water if there is no power. In that case, canned food is essential. During the earthquake in 1989, we had no power to boil water or otherwise for a week. So, non-perishable food and water--enough for at least a week--is essential. Unless you have one of those gas camper stoves my Dad used to have!

A small gas stove or bbq grill is one of the essentials.

As long as you know not to use it inside. You can kill yourself that way.

noimageatall said:

purplethunder3121 said:

Not to alarm people on the West Coast, but my professor passed on information from a geologist she knows who is predicting an earthquake in California this weekend based on scientific evidence; he was only four days off on the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake. Also, another scientist from Berkeley is predicting the same thing based on shifting of plates in the earth and animal behavior in the ocean and on the coastal areas. He was only one day off on the Loma Prieta earthquake. Also, the U.S. is moving all their military and federal personnel out of Japan and warning American civilians to evacuate because of the threat of nuclear pollution. The threat to Hawaii and the Pacific Coast of the U.S. from nuclear plants in Japan is real...not to mention the people of Japan, who I am praying for as well as us. Best to be prepared.

Well I was at Disneyland in Anaheim for the weekend and the scariest thing was the Hollywood Tower Hotel.

I probably have cancer now from Japan's radiation but I am of the mind now that whatever happens...happens. There is nothing we can do...no way to predict anything or be prepared for the type of tragedy Japan suffered...so enjoy your life while you are here, help and care for those you can, and just LIVE.

This is the best advice possible...obviously the "experts" at their best can't predict the inevitable. Gotta admit I was rattled enough to update my earthquake supplies. But, in the end, no one can predict an earthquake, no matter how knowledeable, just like no one can predict the "end of the world scenarios." In the end, we are all just animals, like all the others on this planet, subject to the vagaries of nature. There is no such thing as control. And we, the arrogant human asses that we are, need to realize that!

Even Japan’s infamous mafia groups are helping out with the relief efforts..

The worst of times sometimes brings out the best in people, even in Japan’s “losers” a.k.a. the Japanese mafia, the yakuza.

Hours after the first shock waves hit, two of the largest crime groups went into action, opening their offices to those stranded in Tokyo, and shipping food, water, and blankets to the devastated areas in two-ton trucks and whatever vehicles they could get moving.

The day after the earthquake the Inagawa-kai (the third largest organized crime group in Japan which was founded in 1948) sent twenty-five four-ton trucks filled with paper diapers, instant ramen, batteries, flashlights, drinks, and the essentials of daily life to the Tohoku region.

An executive in Sumiyoshi-kai, the second-largest crime group, even offered refuge to members of the foreign community—something unheard of in a still slightly xenophobic nation, especially amongst the right-wing yakuza.

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purplethunder3121 said:

noimageatall said:

Well I was at Disneyland in Anaheim for the weekend and the scariest thing was the Hollywood Tower Hotel.

I probably have cancer now from Japan's radiation but I am of the mind now that whatever happens...happens. There is nothing we can do...no way to predict anything or be prepared for the type of tragedy Japan suffered...so enjoy your life while you are here, help and care for those you can, and just LIVE.

This is the best advice possible...obviously the "experts" at their best can't predict the inevitable. Gotta admit I was rattled enough to update my earthquake supplies. But, in the end, no one can predict an earthquake, no matter how knowledeable, just like no one can predict the "end of the world scenarios." In the end, we are all just animals, like all the others on this planet, subject to the vagaries of nature. There is no such thing as control. And we, the arrogant human asses that we are, need to realize that!

So no earthquake then? At least you are still prepared, always good to be prepared in case.

There was a 6.8M earthquake around the Burma/Laos border yesterday night, apparently. I've read that buildings shook all the way down here in Bangkok. I'd never notice though as they're building a new skytrain route nearby and our house shakes a lot anyway. 11 killed, as far as I know. It is related to the earthquake off Japan's eastern shore.