[quote=AN]If we’re affected by this, then ALL of Asia is in deep doodoo. All of Europe will have the fate as West coast of US (roughly 5,540 air miles between Berlin and Tokyo vs 5,433 between LA and Tokyo).[/quote]
Well, it depends on wind/jetstream, right? I believe the prevailing winds there are to the East.
After following this all day, I think we’re going to be alright. OTOH, that town with 9,500 souls missing is not going to be alright for a looong time.