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Japan has been hit by at least 19 aftershocks, most of them of more than magnitude 6.0, after a huge earthquake ripped across the country today bringing devastation to a wide area and prompting fears of a massive death toll. Dozens of cities and villages along the 1,300-mile stretch of the country’s eastern shore were shaken by violent tremors. The quake was the largest to hit Japan since records began 140 years ago. + + + + You can also donate to the charitable organization of your choice to do your part with relief efforts: Help spread the information: Japan was devastated by an 8.9 earthquake and tsunami today, causing widespread damage. They need our help. USA: Text REDCROSS to 90999 to donate $10 Ireland: Text REDCROSS to 57500 to donate 5 euro