Japan March 2011.

Devastation in Japan after another earthquake shakes the island and cracks the nuclear power infrastructure causing dangerous radiation leaks.  While the residents flee contaminated areas many nations offer aid and support.  The government has not determined how long the areas at greatest risk will be unsafe.  Oddly, major corporations especially financial institutions have ordered there ex pat employees to leave the country for safety reasons.  Even worse, native top executives  and managers have left their companies Tokyo offices for safety in neighboring countries including Beijing, Singapore, and Hong Kong.  How did this disaster happen with all the technology available to predict earthquakes and provide early warnings.  Did someone fall asleep at the switch, or are they just looking the other way?  With the potential for human and environmental consequences how could those responsible have played such a dangerous game with nuclear power?