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Japan: Earthquake & Tsunami, Situation Report No. 8

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This report is produced by OCHA. It was issued by the Regional Office in Asia Pacific with input from the UNDAC team in Tokyo. It covers the period from 18-19 March. The next report will be issued on the 20 March.

I. HIGHLIGHTS/KEY PRIORITIES

=B7 Most people who were stranded have now been found and moved to shelters

=B7 Survivors of the earthquake and tsunami start moving to other parts of the country

=B7 International aid organisations say most basic needs are being met but need for psychosocial support and help for the elderly

=B7 Electricity restored at the Fukushima Power Plant

=B7 Damaged infrastructure and fuel shortages continue to hamper relief efforts

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