Disaster Events and Responses

On September 2, 1923, Japan's Kanto region experienced a catastrophic disaster. In Tokyo's Hanjo District, a densely populated area, fires broke out, leading to a massive dragon twister—a tornado of fire. This phenomenon, fueled by extreme heat and strong winds, resulted in a devastating vortex that claimed over 40,000 lives in just 15 minutes. Today, a memorial stands at the site, honoring the victims of this tragic event.

What was the primary construction material of the buildings in the Hanjo District of Tokyo?

• Steel

• Brick

• Concrete

• Wood

What action did the chief of police take during the fire?

• He attempted to extinguish the fire himself.

• He called for international aid.

• He directed people towards a supposed safe area.

• He ordered an evacuation to the sea.

What natural phenomenon occurred during the disaster?

• An earthquake

• A tsunami

• A dragon twister

• A volcanic eruption

What factors contributed to the formation of the dragon twister?

• Cold air and rain

• High humidity and low pressure

• Intense heat and strong winds

• Snow and ice

How high did the dragon twister reach?

• 1500 ft

• 1000 ft

• 650 ft

• 300 ft

What is now located at the site of the old Depot grounds?

• A Memorial Hall

• A park

• A shopping mall

• A residential complex

Approximately how many people lost their lives in the disaster?

• 20,000

• 40,000

• 30,000

• 10,000