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Japan's Killer Quake (Season 38, Episode 9)
TV Episode | Documentary
On March 11, 2011, a magnitude 9.0 earthquake struck Japan resulting in waves up to 130 ft. (40 m.) that devastated coastal villages and initiated meltdowns, gas explosions and the release of radioactive materials at the Fukushima nuclear ...See moreOn March 11, 2011, a magnitude 9.0 earthquake struck Japan resulting in waves up to 130 ft. (40 m.) that devastated coastal villages and initiated meltdowns, gas explosions and the release of radioactive materials at the Fukushima nuclear power plant. Written by Eric the K See less
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Editors
Lauren Feinberg | Andrew Flynn (as Andy Flynn) | Sarah Hewer | Sonja Latimore | Rob Sylvester
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Updated Mar 30, 2011
Release date
Mar 30, 2011 (United States)
Awards
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Won 1 Primetime Emmy Award. Another 22 wins & 63 nominations

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