This article can be read in the following language: 日本語 (Japanese)
An Emergency Earthquake Alert is a warning that tells you “a big earthquake is coming soon” after an earthquake starts but before the strong shaking reaches you. The alert comes through TV, mobile phones, and other devices with a warning sound, and it provides information about the expected size of the earthquake’s shaking. However, the time between the alert and the strong shaking is very short — only a few seconds to tens of seconds! To protect your life, please memorize the actions below, and when the alert sounds, make your safety your top priority and act immediately.
(1) If you are inside a building:
a. Find a sturdy desk or table and hide under it. Hold onto the legs tightly and get ready for the strong shaking.
b. If there are no desks or tables nearby, protect your head with something like a pillow, bag, or even a shopping basket. If nothing is available, cover your head with your coat or use your hands to protect your head. You can also move to a place where objects won’t fall or tip over.
(2) If you are outside:
a. Move away from things like walls made from concrete blocks, vending machines, or old buildings which can fall over.
b. Watch out for falling objects like pieces of glass, signs, or roof tiles. Protect your head with a bag or something similar and move to an open area away from danger.
For details: Civil Defence Division (Shimin Anzen Seisaku-shitsu)
TEL: 072-724-6750 FAX: 072-724-6376
e-mail: bousai@maple.city.minoh.lg.jp
This article can be read in the following language: 日本語 (Japanese)
