Everyday is a New Day We are here to add what we can to life, not to get what we can from life.

JAPAN | Monday, 14 January 2013 | Views [1337] | View Smaller Image

Due to a tragic mine accident that took place in Ikeshima 10 years ago most people were forced to leave the island due to dangerous levels of pollution. The population went from thousands of people to 300 people. This mine worker recounted the painful memories of evacuating 10 years ago during the disaster.

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Ikeshima is an island in the south of Japan that used to be known for its active and prosperous coal mine. Due to a tragic mine accident 10 years ago most people were forced to leave the island due to dangerous levels of pollution. This thermometer symbolizes a sense of chaos as it was hanging from a shed.

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Everyday is a New Day We are here to add what we can to life, not to get what we can from life.

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