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Title: The Hanshin Earthquake And Its Aftermath
Author: Atsushi Manago
Source: American Gas Association 1996
Year Published: 1996
Abstract: At 5:46 am on January 17th, 1995, an earthquake measuring 7.2 on the Richter Scale occurred, and a strong tremor was recorded throughout the service territory of Osaka Gas Company in the Kansai area. Some 860,000 customers in the 5 Middle Blocks of the total 55 Blocks were suspended gas supply. Most of the damage was experienced on lowpressure mains and service pipes. Restoration work was implemented by 9,700 crew members, 6,000 from Osaka Gas and its contractors, and 3,700 from 154 gas companies across the country. Restoration was completed by April 11th, 1995.

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