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    Operation Tomodachi [Image 35 of 52]

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    The image depicts a scene of massive structural destruction, consistent with the aftermath of a major natural disaster such as a tsunami or earthquake. Debris including lumber, corrugated metal, insulation, plywood, and destroyed building materials are scattered across a wide area. In the background, partially standing industrial or commercial buildings and a striped smokestack remain visible against an overcast sky with mountains in the distance.

    OFUNATO, IWATE, JAPAN

    03.15.2011

    Photo by Tech. Sgt. Daniel St. Pierre 

    4th Combat Camera Squadron

    Debris fills the land in Ofunato, Japan after a tsunami during a search and recovery mission on March 15, 2011. Members of the Los Angeles, Calif. Search and Rescue Team, Task Force 2 are responding to the recent national emergency in Japan due to the earthquake while providing needed care, rescue techniques and tools.(U.S. Air Force photo by Technical Sgt. Daniel St. Pierre/Released)

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    Date Taken: 03.15.2011
    Date Posted: 03.24.2011 15:18
    Photo ID: 381795
    VIRIN: 110315-F-CF823-241
    Resolution: 4288x2848
    Size: 1.03 MB
    Location: OFUNATO, IWATE, JP
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