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19 hours ago
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Japanese Baba Vanga's chilling July 2025 Tsunami prophecy resurfaces: ‘Not the exact date, but'
A prediction from a Japanese manga made years ago is back in the spotlight after a massive 8.8-magnitude earthquake struck near Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula on Wednesday. Notably, the quake sent tsunami waves towards Japan's northern Hokkaido island and Russia's Kuril Islands. This has revived discussion around a 1999 prediction made by Japanese artist Ryo Tatsuki, often called the 'New Baba Vanga'. Some social media users are calling it a fulfilled prophecy, although the timing was slightly off. In her manga, 'The Future I Saw', Tatsuki wrote of a crack forming under the sea between Japan and the Philippines. According to her, this would cause a tsunami three times stronger than the one in 2011. As reports of the earthquake spread, many turned their attention to Watashi ga Mita Mirai (The Future I Saw), a manga first released in 1999 by Japanese artist Ryo Tatsuki. Fans believe several of Tatsuki's predictions, drawn from her dreams and published in her manga, have come true over the years. The manga is known for mentioning real events such as the deaths of Princess Diana and Freddie Mercury, the COVID-19 pandemic, and most notably, the 2011 earthquake and tsunami in Japan. Because of her record, Tatsuki has often been referred to as the 'Japanese Baba Vanga', a comparison to the late Bulgarian mystic who is credited with predicting major world events like the 9/11 attacks, the rise of ISIS, and Barack Obama's presidency. Now 70, Tatsuki once wrote in her diary that she had dreamt of a 'crack opening up under the seabed between Japan and the Philippines, sending ashore waves three times as tall as those from the Tohoku earthquake'. Earlier this year, some fans of her manga pointed out a warning linked to July 2025. There was particular focus on July 5, with many speculating that a major event could take place on that date. When nothing major happened on the day, most people dismissed the prediction and moved on. However, it is worth noting that during that period, a series of quakes were reported near Japan's distant Tokara Islands, along with a major eruption from a long-inactive volcano. As the damage was limited, interest soon faded. But after Wednesday's powerful quake and the resulting tsunami warnings, attention on Tatsuki's manga has resurfaced. Many are now questioning whether the prediction was simply a few weeks early. Around two million people have been evacuated as fears grow that waves nearly 10 feet high could strike. Beaches have emptied as people fled to higher ground. Many took shelter on rooftops, while initial waves were already spotted along Hokkaido's northern coast. What has caught attention is that these tremors and sea surges appear to align with predictions made by Ryo Tatsuki, who had recorded 15 dreams in the 1990s. Social media users are once again linking the tsunami event to one of Tatsuki's visions. One post on X read, 'Not the exact date, but you have to respect Ryo Tatsuki.' Another wrote, 'Even though the place and timing is not the exact Ryo Tatsuki–Baba Vanga of Japan, prediction is happening again.' A third added, 'Baba Vanga's 2025 prophecy had already shaken Japan's tourism industry — but no one expected it to be this accurate. A massive quake near Russia triggered real tsunami waves that hit both Japan and Russia. Chilling.' 'RYO Tatsuki was right on Tsunami. New Baba Vanga's July Prediction came true. A massive 8.7 magnitude earthquake rocks Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula triggering 4m high tsunami waves,' another user wrote. In recent weeks, online discussions around her prediction had surged on Japanese platforms, with trending hashtags like #July5Disaster. However, experts have rejected these claims. Professor Sekiya Naoya from Tokyo University has dismissed such predictions as lacking scientific credibility, pointing out that earthquakes cannot be predicted in advance. Earlier, Japanese authorities also advised the public not to take such predictions seriously, stating they are baseless and not supported by science. Nearly two million people in Japan were urged to evacuate, with many moving by car or on foot to reach higher ground. A tsunami of 1.3 metres struck a port in Iwate, a northern prefecture, according to Japan's weather agency. This came after a powerful 8.8-magnitude earthquake that hit earlier in the day near Petropavlovsk, located on Russia's remote Kamchatka Peninsula. It ranks among the ten strongest quakes ever recorded. People in affected parts of Japan headed to evacuation centres, with memories still fresh of the 2011 disaster that triggered reactor meltdowns at a nuclear plant. As of Wednesday, no irregularities were reported at Japan's nuclear facilities. The tsunami alert also disrupted transport. Ferry services, train routes and airport operations in the impacted regions were either delayed or suspended. Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi warned that evacuees might not be able to return home by nightfall, adding that the tsunami threat may continue for some time. 'New Baba Vanga Was Right?': Internet Reacts As Manga Prophecy Resurfaces After Massive Quake Near Japan A powerful 8.8-magnitude earthquake that struck near Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula on Wednesday has reignited debate around a decades-old manga prediction — one that some claim eerily foreshadowed the event. The tremor triggered tsunami waves across Japan's northern Hokkaido region and Russia's Kuril Islands, sending nearly 2 million people scrambling to evacuate coastal areas. But while emergency teams raced to respond, social media lit up with a different kind of alarm — a prophecy. Fans of Ryo Tatsuki, a Japanese manga artist often dubbed the 'New Baba Vanga', pointed to her 1999 graphic novel Watashi ga Mita Mirai (The Future I Saw), in which she wrote about a devastating tsunami that would hit Japan after a massive undersea crack forms between Japan and the Philippines. In a chilling parallel, Wednesday's quake — one of the strongest ever recorded in the region — has revived interest in her prediction. 'Not the exact date, but you have to respect Ryo Tatsuki,' one user posted on X. Another added, 'She warned us about July. It's not far off.' Tatsuki's manga has long fascinated readers with its eerily accurate predictions — including the 2011 Japan tsunami, the Covid-19 pandemic, and even the deaths of Princess Diana and Freddie Mercury. Her visions, she claimed, came to her in dreams. She documented 15 of these in the 1990s, many of which, fans argue, have come true. Earlier this year, buzz around her work surged again, with several X and Reddit users referencing her supposed warning about a major event in July 2025. While July 5 passed without incident, a series of smaller quakes and volcanic eruptions around that time had already spooked believers. With this week's massive tremor, they say the 'timing was just slightly off.' A user on X wrote, 'RYO Tatsuki was right on Tsunami. New Baba Vanga's July prediction came true.' Another comment read: 'Baba Vanga's 2025 prophecy had already shaken Japan's tourism industry — but no one expected this level of accuracy.' According to reports, flight bookings from Hong Kong to Japan fell by 83% in late June and early July, partly due to fears fuelled by the prophecy. However, experts have cautioned against giving credence to such forecasts. Tokyo University professor Sekiya Naoya dismissed the viral theories, saying, 'There is no scientific method to predict earthquakes. These claims are pure coincidence.' Japan's weather agency also advised the public to rely only on official updates and alerts. As of Wednesday evening, tsunami waves of over 1 metre had reached parts of northern Japan. Authorities continued to urge residents to stay away from coastal areas, warning that the tsunami threat could persist into the night. Though officials remain focused on safety and facts, a corner of the internet is captivated by a decades-old manga that, according to believers, 'saw it all coming.' 'New Baba Vanga Was Right?': Internet Reacts As Manga Prophecy Resurfaces After Massive Quake Near Japan A powerful 8.8-magnitude earthquake that struck near Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula on Wednesday has reignited debate around a decades-old manga prediction — one that some claim eerily foreshadowed the event. The tremor triggered tsunami waves across Japan's northern Hokkaido region and Russia's Kuril Islands, sending nearly 2 million people scrambling to evacuate coastal areas. But while emergency teams raced to respond, social media lit up with a different kind of alarm — a prophecy. Fans of Ryo Tatsuki, a Japanese manga artist often dubbed the 'New Baba Vanga', pointed to her 1999 graphic novel Watashi ga Mita Mirai (The Future I Saw), in which she wrote about a devastating tsunami that would hit Japan after a massive undersea crack forms between Japan and the Philippines. In a chilling parallel, Wednesday's quake — one of the strongest ever recorded in the region — has revived interest in her prediction. 'Not the exact date, but you have to respect Ryo Tatsuki,' one user posted on X. Another added, 'She warned us about July. It's not far off.' Tatsuki's manga has long fascinated readers with its eerily accurate predictions — including the 2011 Japan tsunami, the Covid-19 pandemic, and even the deaths of Princess Diana and Freddie Mercury. Her visions, she claimed, came to her in dreams. She documented 15 of these in the 1990s, many of which, fans argue, have come true. Earlier this year, buzz around her work surged again, with several X and Reddit users referencing her supposed warning about a major event in July 2025. While July 5 passed without incident, a series of smaller quakes and volcanic eruptions around that time had already spooked believers. With this week's massive tremor, they say the 'timing was just slightly off.' A user on X wrote, 'RYO Tatsuki was right on Tsunami. New Baba Vanga's July prediction came true.' Another comment read: 'Baba Vanga's 2025 prophecy had already shaken Japan's tourism industry — but no one expected this level of accuracy.' According to reports, flight bookings from Hong Kong to Japan fell by 83% in late June and early July, partly due to fears fuelled by the prophecy. However, experts have cautioned against giving credence to such forecasts. Tokyo University professor Sekiya Naoya dismissed the viral theories, saying, 'There is no scientific method to predict earthquakes. These claims are pure coincidence.' Japan's weather agency also advised the public to rely only on official updates and alerts. As of Wednesday evening, tsunami waves of over 1 metre had reached parts of northern Japan. Authorities continued to urge residents to stay away from coastal areas, warning that the tsunami threat could persist into the night. Though officials remain focused on safety and facts, a corner of the internet is captivated by a decades-old manga that, according to believers, 'saw it all coming.'
India.com
a day ago
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- India.com
Japanese Baba Vanga's chilling tsunami prediction comes true after 25 days as warnings issued for 44 countries in…?; here's what she had predicted for…
Representational Image/AI-generated. The entire world is rattled by a powerful magnitude 8.8 earthquake in Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula, which has triggered tsunami alerts in as many as 44 countries in the Pacific Ocean region, and led many to believe that Ryo Tatsuki, a Japanese manga artist and prophet, may have accurately predicted the cataclysmic even in manga she published several years ago. Why Japan's Baba Vanga is back in spotlight after Russia earthquake? Interestingly, the Kamchatka earthquake that sent tsunami waves as far as Japan's Hokkaido island, occurred weeks after many social media users turned the spotlight on Watashi ga Mita Mirai (The Future I Saw), a manga published in 1999 by Ryo Tatsuki– often dubbed as the New Baba Vanga– in which she had purportedly prophesized about a similar disaster taking place in July 2025. The Russia earthquake has piqued renewed interest in Ryo Tatsuki's manga as many of her fans and followers believe that the Japanese prophet has accurately predicted major world events, including the deaths of Princess Diana and Freddie Mercury, the COVID-19 outbreak , as well as the March 2011 Tohoku earthquake and tsunami in Japan. Earlier this year, fans of Tatsuki's work claimed that the artist had predicted a major cataclysm to occur on July, but nothing particular happened on the day, leaving many to believe that her predictions were nothing but hoax and people finding patterns in anything they are invested in. What netizens are saying about Ryo Tatsuki? However, the Ryo Tatsuki has shot back into focus after a tsunami alert was issued for as many 44 countries across the globe, from Indonesia, Japan, to Australia, following a massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake in Kamchatka Peninsula in Russia, which triggered tsunami waves in the Pacific Ocean. Social media is abuzz with many linking Tatsuki's manga to the latest earthquake and tsunami alerts. 'Massive 3 Feet Tsunami Alert for the entire Coast of Japan after a Powerful Magnitude of 8.8 Earthquake in the Coast of Russia, Japanese Manga Predictor Ryo Tatsuki, The Future I Saw, who predicted the 2011 Quake did it again! Stay safe, Japan,' one user wrote. 'How did New Baba Vanga, Ryo Tatsuki, predict a mega Tsunami for July 2025? If you're on the West Coast, GET AWAY FROM THE WATER,' another commented. 'Not the exact date, but you have to respect Ryo Tatsuki,' a third chimed in. Kamchatka earthquake Earlier, a powerful earthquake, measuring 8.8 on the Richter Scale, struck the Kamchatka Peninsula in Russia's far east on Wednesday. As per the USGS, the quake, which struck at a depth 19.3 km (12 miles), was epicentered 25 km (80 miles) east-southeast of Petropavlovsk in Russia's Kamchatka peninsula along the coast of Avacha Bay. The USGS had earlier categorized it as a 8.0 magnitude tremor but later revised the seismic reading to magnitude 8.8. Social media videos showed the devastation caused by the massive earthquake, as buildings shook violently due to the tremor, while infrastructure damage was reported as several places in the region.
Hindustan Times
a day ago
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- Hindustan Times
Did a 1999 comic predict Japan's tsunami? Eerie ‘New Baba Vanga' prophecy goes viral
After a powerful 8.8 magnitude earthquake struck Japan's Hokkaido and triggered a tsunami, with warnings issued as far as California, Chile, Ecuador, New Zealand and French Polynesia, an eerie prediction by a Japanese manga artist has sent social media into a frenzy. Ryo Tatsuki, who has been dubbed the 'New Baba Vanga' of Japan, has made a series of predictions that many believe have come true, including the March 2011 Tohoku earthquake and tsunami, the death of Princess Diana and Freddie Mercury, as well as the COVID-19 pandemic. Ryo Tatsuki, in her 1999 manga, predicted a major disaster would strike southern Japan on July 5, 2025.(X/MarioNawfal) However, the one that has shocked many across the globe is the one she made in her 1999 manga, "The Future I Saw." In it, she predicted a major disaster would strike southern Japan on July 5, 2025, and wipe out Japan, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and the Philippines. This year, as the date neared, many manga fans shared anxieties growing around the prediction coming true. As the buzz increased on social media, hashtags like #July5Disaster began trending and flight bookings dropped by 83% from late June to early July. However, now weeks after July 5, an eerily similar disaster has struck Japan and Tatsuki's fans are convinced that her manga warned of the massive earthquake and tsunami. "So are we not going to talk about how Ryo Tatsuki literally predicted the tsunami possibility for July 2025?" said one user. "Ryo Tatsuki, dubbed the 'Japanese Baba Vanga,' warned of a July 2025 mega-tsunami. Today, July 30, a powerful M8.8 quake off Kamchatka triggered real tsunami waves across Japan & the Pacific. Prophecy or coincidence? Science says no link, but the timing is eerie," wrote a second user. Another declared, "Ryo Tatsuki was right on Tsunami. New Baba Vanga's July Prediction came true. A massive 8.7 magnitude earthquake rocked Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula, triggering 4m high tsunami waves. It was the worst quake in decades!" While Japanese officials and scientists had urged the public to disregard her predictions, recent events have forced many to rethink whether her claims are entirely unfounded, even though they lack a scientific basis.
Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Hindustan Times
Magnitude 8.8 earthquake hits Russia coast, triggers Pacific-wide Tsunami alerts
One of the largest earthquakes in recent times, 8.8 on the Richter scale, struck Russia's remote Kamchatka Peninsula on Wednesday, causing shockwaves worldwide. This handout picture released by the Sakhalin Region Government on July 30, 2025, shows the tsunami-hit Severo-Kurilsk on Paramushir island of Russia's northern Kuril islands(AFP) The massive undersea earthquake produced tsunami waves of up to 13 feet, destroying buildings, inundating coastal communities, and prompting emergency evacuations in Russia and tsunami alerts as far distant as Japan and the United States. Get the latest updates on Tsunami alerts here The Kamchatka Peninsula, known for its volcanic terrain and seismic unrest, hasn't seen tremors of such enormous magnitude in decades. The earthquake's epicentre was only 119 kilometres from Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, the regional capital city inhabited by some 180,000 people. Yet the impact of the earthquake was not limited to Russia's far-flung border. Also Read | Did a 1999 comic predict Japan's tsunami? Eerie 'New Baba Vanga' prophecy goes viral Waves of up to 4 meters hit the Kuril Islands, specifically the town of Severo-Kurilsk, while coastal areas in Japan and the US issued warnings. This highlights the cross-border danger posed by undersea earthquakes in tectonically active areas. Here are 10 key takeaways from today's earthquake that might trigger one of the strongest Tsunamis: 1- By late afternoon in Japan, the largest waves to reach the shore measured 1.3 meters. One death has been reported, but there are no signs of major damage. But nearly two million people were advised to evacuate coastal areas. 2- Waves up to 1.7 metres (5.5 feet) hit the islands of Hawaii before the Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre lowered its warning for the state about 0850 GMT, reporting no large tsunami would be seen. 3- The transport ministry reported that later flights departed Honolulu airport, though the primary Maui airport was shut down, with people taking refuge in the terminal. 4- America issued a warning for Hawaii after a major earthquake off Russia's east coast, joined by a warning from Japan. 5- Tsunami advisories were issued for the Aleutian Islands along with warnings for the entire US and Canadian West Coast, the US National Weather Service's Tsunami Warning System reported. Guam is also under a tsunami advisory. 6- The US weather agency also raised threats of tsunami waves striking the Philippines, Russia, and several Pacific islands, among them Yap and the Marshall Islands. 7- The authorities announced that waves of four metres high are likely to reach French Polynesia following the Russian earthquake. 8- Hawaii and some areas in Alaska have tsunami warnings, while a tsunami watch is in effect from the California-Mexico border up to Chignik Bay, Alaska, as per the US National Weather Service's Tsunami Warning System. 9- Shanghai moved over 2,80,000 residents, suspended hundreds of flights and ferry operations and put speed restrictions on roads and railways on Wednesday as a tropical storm lashed eastern China with gales and rainfall. 10- There is no tsunami danger to the Indian coast after the 8.7 magnitude earthquake off Russia's East Coast of Kamchatka, the Indian Tsunami Early Warning Centre (ITEWC) stated on Wednesday.
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Did Japanese Baba Vanga's July prediction come true? Tsunami hits Japan after earthquake in Russia
A prediction from a Japanese manga made years ago is back in focus after a massive 8.8-magnitude earthquake struck near Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula, sending tsunami waves towards Japan's northern Hokkaido island. The tragedy has revived interest in a 1999 prediction by Japanese artist Ryo Tatsuki, often referred to as the 'New Baba Vanga'. Some social media users have called it a fulfilled prophecy, even though the timing was slightly off, as July 5 had been assumed to be the date of the 'disaster' read more After Wednesday's powerful quake and the resulting tsunami warnings, attention on Tatsuki's manga has resurfaced. AP A prediction from a Japanese manga made years ago is back in the spotlight after a massive 8.8-magnitude earthquake struck near Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula on Wednesday. Notably, the quake sent tsunami waves towards Japan's northern Hokkaido island and Russia's Kuril Islands. Read latest updates on the tsunami warnings This has revived discussion around a 1999 prediction made by Japanese artist Ryo Tatsuki, often called the 'New Baba Vanga'. Some social media users are calling it a fulfilled prophecy, although the timing was slightly off. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD In her manga, 'The Future I Saw', Tatsuki wrote of a crack forming under the sea between Japan and the Philippines. According to her, this would cause a tsunami three times stronger than the one in 2011. So, how is the internet reacting as Japan faces fresh tsunami waves? Did Tatsuki really predict it? Let's take a look: Prophecy or coincidence? As reports of the earthquake spread, many turned their attention to Watashi ga Mita Mirai (The Future I Saw), a manga first released in 1999 by Japanese artist Ryo Tatsuki. Fans believe several of Tatsuki's predictions, drawn from her dreams and published in her manga, have come true over the years. Ryo Tatsuki predicted that a tsunami would hit Japan in July 2025. In her dream it was a catastrophic event, thankfully this tsunami from the sixth largest ever recorded EQ - the M8.8 Kamchatka Megaquake - wasn't of that caliber. She also saw two dragons, and the biggest… — Stefan Burns (@StefanBurnsGeo) July 30, 2025 The manga is known for mentioning real events such as the deaths of Princess Diana and Freddie Mercury, the Covid-19 pandemic, and most notably, the 2011 earthquake and tsunami in Japan. Because of her record, Tatsuki has often been referred to as the 'Japanese Baba Vanga', a comparison to the late Bulgarian mystic who is credited with predicting major world events like the 9/11 attacks, the rise of ISIS, and Barack Obama's presidency. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Now 70, Tatsuki once wrote in her diary that she had dreamt of a 'crack opening up under the seabed between Japan and the Philippines, sending ashore waves three times as tall as those from the Tohoku earthquake'. ALSO READ | 5-foot-high tsunami hits Hawaii, waves in Japan, Russia: When does a tsunami strike? Earlier this year, some fans of her manga pointed out a warning linked to July 2025. There was particular focus on July 5, with many speculating that a major event could take place on that date. When nothing major happened on the day, most people dismissed the prediction and moved on. However, it is worth noting that during that period, a series of quakes were reported near Japan's distant Tokara Islands, along with a major eruption from a long-inactive volcano. As the damage was limited, interest soon faded. But after Wednesday's powerful quake and the resulting tsunami warnings, attention on Tatsuki's manga has resurfaced. Many are now questioning whether the prediction was simply a few weeks early. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD A deserted bathing beach in Shirahama in the western Japanese prefecture of Wakayama. Reuters/Kyodo Online frenzy over Tatsuki's prediction Around two million people have been evacuated as fears grow that waves nearly 10 feet high could strike. Beaches have emptied as people fled to higher ground. Many took shelter on rooftops, while initial waves were already spotted along Hokkaido's northern coast. What has caught attention is that these tremors and sea surges appear to align with predictions made by Ryo Tatsuki, who had recorded 15 dreams in the 1990s. Social media users are once again linking the tsunami event to one of Tatsuki's visions. One post on X read, 'Not the exact date, but you have to respect Ryo Tatsuki.' Another wrote, 'Even though the place and timing is not the exact Ryo Tatsuki–Baba Vanga of Japan, prediction is happening again.' Even though the place and timing is not the exact RyoTatsuki- Baba Vanga of Japan, prediction is happening again #MangaBook #TheFutureISaw #earthquake #Tsunami — shOGun® (@shogunreloaded) July 30, 2025 STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD A third added, 'Baba Vanga's 2025 prophecy had already shaken Japan's tourism industry — but no one expected it to be this accurate. A massive quake near Russia triggered real tsunami waves that hit both Japan and Russia. Chilling.' 'RYO Tatsuki was right on Tsunami. New Baba Vanga's July Prediction came true. A massive 8.7 magnitude earthquake rocks Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula triggering 4m high tsunami waves,' another user wrote. In recent weeks, online discussions around her prediction had surged on Japanese platforms, with trending hashtags like #July5Disaster. The prophecy also appears to have had a real-world effect. Flight bookings from Hong Kong to Japan fell by 83 per cent for the period from late June to early July. However, experts have rejected these claims. Professor Sekiya Naoya from Tokyo University has dismissed such predictions as lacking scientific credibility, pointing out that earthquakes cannot be predicted in advance. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Earlier, Japanese authorities also advised the public not to take such predictions seriously, stating they are baseless and not supported by science. ALSO READ | Russia earthquake aftermath: Which countries have been hit by tsunami? How much damage has it caused? What's happening in Japan? Nearly two million people in Japan were urged to evacuate, with many moving by car or on foot to reach higher ground. A tsunami of 1.3 metres struck a port in Iwate, a northern prefecture, according to Japan's weather agency. This came after a powerful 8.8-magnitude earthquake that hit earlier in the day near Petropavlovsk, located on Russia's remote Kamchatka Peninsula. It ranks among the ten strongest quakes ever recorded. People in affected parts of Japan headed to evacuation centres, with memories still fresh of the 2011 disaster that triggered reactor meltdowns at a nuclear plant. As of Wednesday, no irregularities were reported at Japan's nuclear facilities. The tsunami alert also disrupted transport. Ferry services, train routes and airport operations in the impacted regions were either delayed or suspended. Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi warned that evacuees might not be able to return home by nightfall, adding that the tsunami threat may continue for some time, STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD
